Servicing The Fcc; Primary Fuel Filter (Fcc Clamp-On Canister) - PCM HO303 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)
L510010-11
ENGINE MAINTENANCE - 11
FUEL
RETURN
LINE
5.0/5.7L
ONLY
PRIMARY
Fuel / Water Separating Filter
Element Part Number R077019
FUEL
Manufacture Date 10/03/09
Tested To ISO, SAE, and JIC Standards at 5 PSI
WARNING-PRESSURIZED GASOLINE FUEL SYSTEM-FIRE HAZARD
PRE-FILTER
To Replace Filter Element:
Slowly turn element counter clockwise to relieve fuel system pressure.
Once system pressure is relieved remove filter element taking care not to spill fuel.
Lubricate the O-ring of the new filter with a small amount of lubricating oil.
Install filter turning it clockwise until hand tight plus 2/3 to 1 turn.
NOTE: Some earlier models
may have an inline filter as
shown below.
FCC Fuel Filter (FCC Clamp-on Canister)
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
OUT IN
PN: R080024A
WARNING
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