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Mitsubishi — Priming Pump Tightening Method

Maintenance · Fuel injection pump priming pump

From a Mitsubishi operator's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Before you start

  • Excessive tightening can damage the priming pump head; insufficient tightening can cause fuel ejection from vibration wear

Procedure

  1. Gently tighten the priming pump cap by hand until the tightening force suddenly increases.
  2. Use a wrench to tighten the priming pump 90±10 degrees further.
  3. Check the mounting position of the head packing.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Tighten 90 ± 10 degrees

Source: Mitsubishi operator's 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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