TM 5-4310-379-14
3-25. Fuel Filter Assembly
This task covers:
a.
Service
b.
Replace
c.
Repair
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools
Materials/Parts
General Mechanic's Tool Kit (NSN 5180-00-177-7033)
Fuel Filter Assembly
Torque, Wrench (NSN 5120-00-554-7292)
Solvent, Dry Cleaning (Item 23, Appendix D)
Rags, Wiping (Item 21, Appendix D)
a.
Service. (figure 3-23)
(1)
Remove bolt (1) and gasket (2) and remove shell (3) and gasket (4).
(2)
Pour fuel from shell (3) into suitable container.
(3)
Remove element (5), retainer (6), seat (7), seal (8), seat (9), and spring (10).
WARNING
Dry cleaning solvent PD-680 used to clean parts is potentially dangerous to personnel and
property. Avoid repeated and prolonged skin contact. Do not use near open flame or excessive
heat. Flash point of solvent is 100-1380F (38-600C).
(4)
Clean all items, except seals and gasket, with dry cleaning solvent and dry thoroughly.
(5)
Install spring (10), seat (9), seal (8), seat (7), retainer (6), and element (5).
(6)
Install shell (3) and gasket (4) and secure with bolt (1) and gasket (2). Tighten bolt (1) just enough to
prevent fuel leakage.
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