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John Deere 4045TF150 Engine — Removing and Installing Final Fuel Filter/Water Separator Base

For the John Deere 4045TF150 Engine.

Applies to: John Deere 4045TF150 Engine

Before you start

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Procedure

  1. Thoroughly clean fuel filter/water separator assembly and surrounding area to keep from getting dirt and debris into fuel system.
  2. Connect a drain line to filter drain adapters and drain all fuel from system.
  3. Remove final fuel filter base.
  4. Remove final fuel filter element and water separator if desired.
  5. Disconnect fuel lines from all ports.
  6. Remove final fuel filter base.
  7. Replace parts as necessary.
  8. Install mounting brackets and tighten to torque specifications.
  9. Install water separator and fuel filter elements.
  10. Connect fuel lines to all ports.
  11. Bleed the fuel system.

Specs & torque values

  • Fuel Filter Base Mounting Bracket-to-Cylinder Head Torque: 35 N·m (26 lb-ft)
  • Final Fuel Filter Mounting Base-to-Bracket Torque: 35 N·m (26 lb-ft)

Source: manual:CTM284.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.