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Craftsman Marine B.V. — Fuel Filter Removal and Installation

For these Craftsman Marine B.V. models: CM4.65, CM4.80.

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Before you start

  • Do not smoke when working at or around the fuel system and avoid open fire.
  • After the first 50 hours of service: Replace the fuel filter. Future replacement must take place in accordance with the maintenance schedule.

Procedure

  1. Cut off the fuel supply to the engine.
  2. Remove the entire filter with the aid of a special tool. Note that the filter still contains some fuel, which should be collected and treated in accordance with environmental directives.
  3. Clean the surface to touch the engine before fitting the filter.
  4. Grease the rubber ring with clean engine oil.
  5. Fill the filter with clean diesel fuel.
  6. Position the filter against the filter housing and tighten it with one half to three quarters of a turn.
  7. When changing the fuel filter, the filter of the fuel lift pump must also be cleaned. This should only be done by a qualified mechanic. Consult your dealer.
  8. After changing the fuel filter element, the fuel system must be bled.

Tools required

  • Special tool for filter removal

Source: manual:CM465_CM480_manual_web_EN.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.