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4. Discard the filter.
5. Inspect inside the housing for any large debris and clean if needed.
6. Discard final filter cap seal ring.
Installation of the Final Filter - Three-Filter System
Install the final filter as follows:
1. Install a new final filter cap seal ring.
2. Snap new final filter into the final filter cap.
3. Apply a light coat of petroleum-based lithium grease to the cap seal ring (1)
and to the lower seal on the final filter.
4. Install the final filter into the fuel filter module.
5. Turn the cap counterclockwise until a "click" sound is made, then turn
clockwise and hand tighten.
6. Torque final filter cap to 55 to 60 N·m (40 to 44 lb·ft).
7. Once all required filters have been changed, prime the fuel system. Refer to
section "Priming the Fuel System - Three-Filter System".
Removal of the Prefilter - Three-Filter System
Remove the prefilter as follows:
NOTICE: Do not tilt the prefilter when removing it from the housing.
Possible damage to the prefilter or stand pipe may occur.
1. Using a 36 mm socket, unscrew the prefilter cap.
2. Pull the cap and prefilter straight up and out of the fuel filter housing.
3. Remove the prefilter from the prefilter cap and discard.
4. Discard the prefilter cap seal ring.
How to Procedures
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