TM-9-2320-361-24-1 Field Maintenance Manual Volume 1 for M44A2 Series Trucks
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TM 9-2320-361-24-1 0063 00 0063 00-4 PRIMARY FUEL FILTER MAINTENANCE (Contd) FILTER REMOVAL 1. Remove sleeve nut (1), gasket (2), filter head (3), and gasket (4) from filter housing (11). Discard gaskets (2) and (4). 2. Remove filter element (5) from filter housing (11). Discard filter element (5). 3. Remove cup (6), gasket (7), washer (8), spring (9), and washer (10) from filter housing (11). Discard gasket (7). NOTE Perform step 4 if drain valve is damaged. 4. Remove drain valve (12) from filter housing (11). CLEANING AND INSPECTION WARNING Skysol 100 mixture is combustible; DO NOT use or store near heat, sparks, flame, or other ignition sources. Use mechanical ventilation whenever product is used in a confined space, heated above ambient temperatures, or agitated. Keep container sealed when not in use. Contact with Skysol 100 may cause skin irritation. Use chemical-resistant gloves. In case of skin contact, remove any contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Eye contact may cause irritation, tearing, or blurring of vision. Use face shield or goggles when eye contact may occur. In case of eye contact, flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes or until irritation subsides. Inhalation may cause irritation to upper respiratory passages. DO NOT have food or drink in the vicinity. Failure to comply may result in injury to personnel. 1. Clean all components with Skysol 100 and dry with lint-free cloth. 2. Inspect components for stripped threads, burrs, and scratches on mating surfaces. FILTER INSTALLATION 1. Install drain valve (12) on filter housing (11). 2. Install washer (10), spring (9), washer (8), new gasket (7), and cup (6) on filter housing (11). 3. Install new filter element (5), new gasket (4), filter head (3), and new gasket (2) on filter housing (11) with sleeve nut (1). Tighten sleeve nut (1) 15 lb-ft (20 N•m). FILTER HOUSING INSTALLATION 1. Install connector (16), connector (17), and elbow (18) on primary fuel filter head (3). 2. Install bracket (15) on primary fuel filter head (3) with four new lockwashers (13) and screws (14). 3. Install bracket (15) and ground strap (21) on frame (26) with two screws (19), washer (24), two new lockwashers (20), and new locknuts (23). 4. Connect fuel lines (22) and (25) to connector (16) and elbow (18). 5. Connect battery ground cable (WP 0126 00). 6. Bleed air from fuel system at secondary and final fuel filter (WP 0064 00). 7. Start engine (TM 9-2320-361-10) and check for fuel leaks. 8. Lower and secure hood (TM 9-2320-361-10). 9. Release parking brake and remove wheel chocks (TM 9-2320-361-10).