Operation Manual

Workshop maintenance
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FUEL SEDIMENTER CLEANING
(Tdi engines)
NOTE: The fuel sedimentershould be drained
before removal;this process is coveredin
’Owner maintenance’.
The fuel sedimenter is mounted on the
chassis rear side member, near the rear
wheel.
• Turn the starter switch to position ’0’ and
disconnect the battery negative lead.
• Disconnect the fuel inlet pipe from the
sedimenter and raise the pipe above the
level of the fuel tank. The pipe must be
kept at this level to prevent the tank from
draining.
• Whilst supporting the sedimenter bowl
(1), unscrew the bolt on the top of the unit
(2) and then remove the bowl.
• Remove the sedimenter element (3) and
clean all parts with kerosene.
• Fit new seals (4) and re-assemble the
sedimenter unit.
• Slacken off the drain plug (5) until pure
diesel is emitted, then re-tighten.
• If necessary, prime the system.
• Connect the battery negative lead.
• Start the engine and check the sedimenter
for leaks.