PIN ASSEM. 3V3476 - Caterpillar

Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces or electrical components can cause a fire. To help prevent possible injury, turn the start switch off when changing fuel filters or water separator elements. Clean up fuel spills immediately.
Stop the engine. Ensure that the engine will not start during this procedure.
Shut off the fuel supply valve.
Do not allow dirt to enter the fuel system. Thoroughly clean the area around a fuel system component that will be disconnected. Fit a suitable cover over disconnected fuel system component.
Use a suitable container to catch any fuel that might spill. Clean up any spilled fuel immediately.
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(1) T-handle
(2) Cover
(3) Seal
(4) Filter element
Loosen the T-handle (1) and remove the cover (2).
Remove the old filter element (4). Hold the filter handle and pull the handle upward.
Do not fill the fuel filters with fuel before installing them. The fuel would not be filtered and could be contaminated. Contaminated fuel will cause accelerated wear to fuel system parts.
Install the new filter element (4). Hold the filter handle and push the handle downward.
Replace the seal (3) for the cover with the one that is supplied with the new filter element. Apply a coating of clean fuel to the seal prior to assembly.
Replace the cover and tighten the T-handle.
Open the fuel supply valve.
Prime the fuel system. See this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System - Prime" topic.
Start the engine and run the engine. Inspect the fuel filter assembly for leaks.