RAM 5500 Chassis Cab Truck 2WD L6-6.7L DSL Turbo (2008)
Fuel/Water Separator: Service and Repair
Installation
INSTALLATION
Refer to maintenance schedules for recommended fuel filter replacement intervals.
1. Fuel Filter:
CAUTION: Do not pre-fill the fuel filter with fuel. Severe damage to fuel system and injection system components may result.
a. The engine has a self-priming low-pressure fuel system.
b. Lubricate new fuel filter O-ring with clean engine oil.
c. Position new fuel filter/canister assembly (1) to housing.
d. Rotate fuel filter/canister assembly (1) until it comes to a hard stop.
e. Tighten the filter element an additional half-inch of rotation.
f.
Connect WIF sensor electrical connector (5).
g. Attach drain hose (4) to drain valve (3).
h. Install left front tire/wheel.
i.
Install left front wheel splash shield.
2. Clean screen (5).
3. Check condition of new O-ring (6) and lubricate.