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John Deere 9.0 L Diesel Engines — Remove and Install Secondary (Final) Fuel Filter

Maintenance · Secondary fuel filter

For the John Deere 9.0 L Diesel Engines, from the John Deere service manual.

Applies to: John Deere 6090 (9.0 L) engine

Before you start

  • Do not pre-fill filter with fuel

Procedure

  1. Clean filter header and surrounding area.
  2. Connect drain line to drain valve; drain fuel.
  3. Turn filter counter-clockwise to remove.
  4. Inspect header sealing surface; clean as required.
  5. Install new filter drain valve and tighten to specification.
  6. Place new packing on filter; coat with thin film of fuel.
  7. Install filter onto header until snug.
  8. Turn filter additional 3/4 turn after seal contact.
  9. Prime fuel system by turning ignition ON for 60 seconds before starting.

Specs & values

Source: John Deere service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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