Specifications

CC1003

Changing Water Separating Fuel Filter

70573

77625

WARNING

Avoid Fire or Explosion: Fuel injection system is pressurized during operation. Use care when remov-

ing water separating fuel filter. Fuel could spray on hot engine causing fire or explosion. Allow engine

to cool down before attempting to remove the water separating fuel filter in the following procedure.

Also, hold a clean shop towel over the water separating fuel filter when removing it, to help avoid fuel

spraying on the engine.

WARNING

Be careful when changing water separating fuel filter. Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly ex-

plosive under certain conditions. Be sure ignition key is OFF. Do not smoke or allow spark or open

flame in area when changing fuel filter. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.

WARNING

Make sure no fuel leaks exist before closing engine hatch.

CAUTION

The electric fuel pump and factory installed water separating fuel filter have been carefully designed

to function properly together. Do not install additional fuel filters and/or water separating fuel filters

between fuel tank and engine.

The installation of additional fuel filters and/or water separating fuel filters may cause:

• Fuel Vapor Locking

• Difficult Warm-Starting

• Piston Detonation Due to Lean Fuel Mixture

• Poor Driveability

1 Remove water separating fuel filter and sealing ring from mounting bracket. Discard filter and sealing ring.

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