Fuel Filter: Description and Operation

CAUTION: Directions for fuel flow are shown on the filter, it is important that the filter is connected correctly.

Figure 1 Mounted Fuel Filter:

Figure 2 Legris Connectors:

Fuel is drawn by the pumps from the fuel tank and is then supplied to the fuel rail via a 70 micron filter and the fuel feed line connected in series by a fuel filter.

The two filters prevent contaminants from entering the fuel rail and possible damage to the fuel injectors, the engine, the pump and underfloor filter.

Legris quick-fit connectors are used on the fuel system (Fig. 2). At connections between hoses and the underfloor pipes, the pipes have a ridge or paint line to indicate how far the connector should be pushed onto the pipe end.

CAUTION: Pipes and component stubs must be fully inserted into connector ends to ensure proper fit; failure to do so could cause fuel leakage.

There are two sizes of connector, 8 mm and 10 mm, this is to ensure that the feed pipe is not connected as the return pipe and vice versa. The 10 mm connector is used for the feed line.