C 3500 HD Truck 2WD V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN F (2001)
type) may be used to break loose the element nut.
6. Remove the filter by lifting the filter straight up and out of the filter assembly. Draining fuel from the filter assembly to change the filter element is
not necessary since the fuel will remain in the filter assemblies cavity.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: Make sure the mating surface between the element assembly and the filter assembly is clean before installation.
1. Install the new filter by aligning the widest key slot located under the element assembly cap with the widest key in the header assembly.
2. Push the element, in a downward direction until the mating surfaces make contact.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the element nut.
Tighten
Tighten the element nut securely by hand.
4. Bleed the air from the fuel manager/filter. Refer to Fuel Feed and Fuel Return Pipe Purge Procedure.