fuel filter change

[abranz]

Hello, I'm a new TDR member and have a 02' 2500 4x4. Can anyone give advice proper procedure to change the fuel filter and avoid any problems like allowing air to enter the system, etc. Thanks, Tony

 

[BigDaddy]

Welcome aboard...

abranz,



Nice to have you as a member



Fuel filter replacement is a snap on your CTD.



I drain about a pint of fuel before removing the filter cap and clean inside the canister with a lint free cloth. I then fill the canister about 2/3 full with clean diesel fuel and slide the new filter in nice and easy (Don't forget to replace that o-ring). Torque to the proper spec, bump the starter once and you should be good-to-go

 

[Steve Campbell]

One slight embellishment...

when you bump the starter, let the lift pump run through it's 20-25 second cycle before trying to restart the engine.