Specifications

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FUEL SUPPLY
Diesel filter: Removal - Refitting
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a Disconnect:
- the fuel inlet pipe union (7) ,
- the fuel outlet pipe union (8) ,
- the fuel return pipe union (9) .
a Let the diesel fuel flow out from the various pipes
into the container.
a Remove the water detection sensor (10) , turning it
anti-clockwise.
a Fit plugs into the openings.
REFITTING
I - REFITTING OPERATION
a Refit the water detection sensor, turning it clockwise.
a Connect:
- the pipe unions on the diesel filter,
- the water detection sensor connector.
a Refit:
- the new diesel filter in its original position,
- the diesel filter protection plate,
- the diesel filter protection plate nuts.
II - DRAINING THE WATER INSIDE THE DIESEL
FILTER
a
a Periodically drain any water contained in the diesel
filter.
a For filters without a water presence sensor:
- open the drain plug,
- let the water flow out,
- close the plug.
a For filters with a water presence sensor:
- disconnect the water presence sensor connector,
- unclip the water presense sensor connector,
- loosen the water presence sensor by one turn,
- let the water flow out,
- tighten the water presence sensor,
- connect the water presence sensor connector.
III - FINAL OPERATION
a Refit:
- the front right-hand wheel arch liner,
- the plastic screen under the diesel filter.
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Note:
- Certain vehicles have a sensor for detecting
water in the diesel fuel, located in the diesel fil-
ter. If water is detected, the injection fault warn-
ing light comes on.