MTU 12V4000M*3 series Operating Instructions Manual page 269

1. Cut out the filter to be replaced.
2. Unscrew cut-out easy-change filter with oil filter wrench.
3. Clean sealing surface on filter head.
4. Check sealing ring of the new easy-change filter and moisten it with fuel.
5. Fit SOLAS shield (→ Page 25).
6. Screw on easy-change filter and tighten by hand.
7. Set three-way cock to operating position (both filters cut in).
8. Replace other fuel filters in the same way.
9. Vent fuel system.
Replacing fuel filter with the en-
gine running
1. Cut out the filter to be replaced.
B Left-hand filter cut out
C Right-hand filter cut out
2. Unscrew cut-out easy-change filter with oil fil-
ter wrench.
3. Clean sealing surface on filter head.
4. Check sealing ring of the new easy-change fil-
ter and moisten it with fuel.
5. Fit SOLAS shield (→ Page 25).
6. Screw on easy-change filter (1) and tighten
by hand.
7. Set three-way cock to operating position
(both filters cut in).
8. Replace other fuel filters in the same way.
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