RAM 3500 HD Truck 2WD L6-6.7L DSL Turbo (2008)
Fuel Filter: Service and Repair
Removal
REMOVAL
Refer to maintenance schedules, for recommended fuel filter replacement intervals.
Draining water from fuel filter canister:
The housing drain valve (3) serves two purposes. One is to partially drain the filter housing of excess water. The other is to partially drain the housing
for fuel filter or heater element replacement.
The filter housing (1) should be partially drained whenever the water-in-fuel warning lamp remains illuminated. (Note that lamp will be illuminated for
approximately two seconds when ignition key is initially placed in ON position for a bulb check).
1. A drain hose (4) is located at the bottom of drain valve. Place drain pan under drain hose.
2. With engine not running, rotate drain valve (3) approximately two revolutions to open it. Leave open until all water and contaminants have been
removed and clean fuel exits. Hand tighten drain valve after tightening.
3. If fuel heater element is being replaced, drain housing completely. Dispose of mixture in drain pan according to applicable regulations.
4. After draining operation, close and tighten drain valve (3).
5. Fuel Filter Replacement:
a. Remove left front tire/wheel.
b. Remove left front wheel splash shield.
c. Clean all debris from around filter canister (1) and canister head.
d. Disconnect WIF sensor electrical connector (5).
e. Open drain valve (3) two complete revolutions. Drain approximately 1 cup of fuel into a waste canister. Dispose of fuel according to
environmental regulations.
f.
Remove drain hose (4) from drain valve (3).
g. Use an oil filter type wrench to loosen filter (1). Continue removing filter by hand.
