Draining fuel filter with water separator, Caution – Dodge 2004 Sprinter Carb & Chassis User Manual

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DRAINING FUEL FILTER WITH WATER

SEPARATOR

1. Fuel filter
2. Drain hose
3. Water drain screw
The fuel filter (1) is located in the engine compartment.

NOTE:

The fuel filter must be drained as soon as the

water in fuel indicator lamp

lights up.

NOTE:

Prior to opening water drain screw (3), place a

suitable receptacle underneath the drain hose (2). Turn
water drain screw (3) on and off only by hand.

Diesel fuels and diesel fuel mixtures must be disposed
of properly; we recommend water be drained from fuel
filters by an authorized Sprinter Dealer.

Draining Fuel Filter
• Stop the engine.

• Shift gear selector lever to ‘‘P’’ position.

• Open the hood.

• Place a suitable receptacle underneath the drain

hose (2).

• Turn the key in the ignition lock to position 2.

CAUTION!

Delaying draining of the fuel filter for a
considerable time after the indicator lamp lights
up may lead to engine damage.

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