In-Line Fuel Filter Service; Optional Fuel Filter Service - Evinrude E-TEC E115DPLSCR Service Manual

FUEL SYSTEM
FUEL COMPONENT SERVICING

In-Line Fuel Filter Service

Removal
Disconnect the battery cables at the battery.
Remove filter carefully to prevent spilling con-
tents.
Inspect contents for any presence of water. If
water is present, identify the source and correct
the problem. Take additional fuel samples and
drain fuel tank(s) if necessary.
1. In-line fuel filter
Installation
Install filter in fuel supply hoses. Note arrow indi-
cating direction of fuel flow on filter. Secure fiter
with appropriate clamps. Refer to Oetiker Clamp
Servicing on p. 42.
Squeeze primer bulb to prime fuel system. Hold
pressure on bulb and check for fuel leaks.
Connect battery cables.
Run outboard and check for fuel leaks.
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Optional Fuel Filter Service

Accessory kit, P/N 5007045, is available to add a
water-separating cannister fuel filter to 60° V out-
boards.
Removal
Disconnect the battery cables at the battery.
Use an appropriate filter wrench to turn the filter in
a counterclockwise direction. Remove the filter
carefully to prevent spilling the filter's contents.
Inspect contents for any presence of water. If
water is present, identify the source and correct
the problem. Take additional fuel samples and
drain fuel tank(s), if necessary.
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1. Water-separating fuel filter
Installation
Lubricate filter seal with outboard lubricant and
position filter on threaded mounting tube of filter
bracket. Take care not to damage water in fuel
sensor probe. Turn filter clockwise onto the tube
until seated against the bracket.
Tighten filter approximately 3/4 turn after the gas-
ket contacts the bracket.
Squeeze primer bulb to prime fuel system. Hold
pressure on bulb and check for fuel leaks.
Connect battery cables.
Run outboard and check for fuel leaks.
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