Servicing The Fcc; Primary Fuel Filter (Fcc Clamp-On Canister) - PCM 2007 5.0L MPI Owner's Operation And Maintenance Manual

FUEL
CONTROL
CELL
LOW-PRESSURE
FUEL PUMP

Servicing the FCC

The frequency of draining the water or replacing the fi lter
element is determined by the contamination level of the
fuel. Replace the fi lter element at least once a year, or
when a loss of power is noticed (whichever occurs fi rst).
WARNING
Improper use, installation or servicing may cause an
explosion or fi re resulting in bodily injury, or death.
This unit should only be serviced by a qualifi ed
technician. Read and follow all instructions before
proceeding. Run the engine and check for fuel leaks
after installation, element replacement or draining
the bowl. DO NOT remove the FCC bowl unless
servicing the fi lter element, otherwise contamination
or bowl O-ring swelling may result.
FUEL
SUPPLY
LINE
Figure 11-14 Fuel Control Cell (FCC) Fuel System (Typical)
L510010-07A
ENGINE MAINTENANCE - 11
FUEL
RETURN
LINE
5.0/5.7L
ONLY
OUT IN
PN: R080024
PRIMARY
FUEL
FILTER

Primary Fuel Filter (FCC Clamp-on Canister)

WARNING
Extreme caution must be exercised when servicing
the fuel system. The fuel system operates under
high pressure. Use caution when removing or
replacing components, as residual pressure may be
present.
Draining the FCC Bowl, ENGINE OFF
1. Disconnect the two-wire electrical connectors
from the FCC and the Low Pressure Fuel Pump
(LPFP).
2. Remove the 7/16" plug, and drain the bowl
contents into an approved container.
CAUTION: Both fuel and water will drain from the
FCC bowl.
3. Apply pipe sealant, suitable for use with gasoline,
to the threads of the 7/16" plug.
RETURN
TO
FUEL
TANK
FROM
FUEL
TANK
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