SUPPORT 1156374 - 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.
Note: Refer to Systems Operation, Testing, and Adjusting, "Cleanliness of Fuel System Components" for detailed information on the standards of cleanliness that must be observed during ALL work on the fuel system.
Ensure that the engine is stopped before any servicing or repair is performed.
The location of the in-line fuel filter will depend on the application that the engine has been installed.
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Arrows show fuel flow
Note: The in-line fuel filter is an off engine part.
Turn the fuel supply valve (if equipped) to the OFF position. Remove clamp (3) and remove clamp (6).
Remove inlet hose (4) and remove outlet hose (5) from in-line filter (1).
If installed, remove clamp (2) and remove in-line filter (1) from application.
Install new in-line filter (1) and install clamp (2).
Install inlet hose (4) and install clamp (3). Install outlet hose (5) and install clamp (6).
Turn the fuel supply valve (if equipped) to the ON position. Prime the system, refer to this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System - Prime".