Inspection; Installation; 4.2 Air Filter; Removal - Mercury MerCruiser Diesel Inboard 2.8L Operation & Maintenance Manual

Section 4 - Maintenance
3. Remove the air filter cartridge from the air filter bracket mounted on the turbocharger inlet.
a

Inspection

1. The air filter cannot be cleaned. Replace the air filter if it is dirty or contaminated.
2. Replace the air filter if the foam element is deteriorated or torn.
3.
Replace the air filter at the recommended interval. See Maintenance Schedules for the replacement interval under normal
conditions.

Installation

IMPORTANT: Treatment such as partial oil saturation is not required and is not recommended on the foam element before use.
The foam element must be clean and dry for proper filtration.
1. Install the air filter cartridge onto the air filter bracket.
2. Install the air filter cover and retaining nut.
3. Torque the retaining nut.
Description
Air filter cover retaining nut

4.2 Air Filter

Removal

1. Loosen the clamp and remove the oil separator vent hose.
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Shown removed from the engine for clarity only
a - Air filter cartridge
b
b - Air filter bracket
12618
Nm lb‑in.
10.8 95
90-8M0133679 JUNE 2017
eng
lb‑ft
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