Dodge 2010 Ram Pickup 3500 Diesel User Manual

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drain. Leave the drain valve open until all water and
contaminants have been removed. When clean fuel is
visible, close the drain valve by turning it clockwise, and
turn the ignition switch to OFF.

NOTE:

The fuel/water separator drain valve is located

on the bottom of the fuel filter housing.

If more than a couple ounces/milliliters of fuel have been
drained, refer to “Maintenance Procedures/Priming If
The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel” in “Maintaining Your
Vehicle” for further information.

Fuel Filter Replacement

NOTE:

Using a fuel filter that does not meet the

manufacturer’s filtration and water separating require-
ments can severely impact fuel system life and reliability.

CAUTION!

Diesel fuel will damage blacktop paving surfaces.

Drain the filter into an appropriate container.

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1 — Drain Valve

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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