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Perkins 1104 — Fuel Filter Base - Remove and Install (Secondary Fuel Filter)

Maintenance

For the Perkins 1104, from the Perkins service manual.

Applies to: Perkins 1104, Perkins N H1 (Engine) engine

Parts for this job

Part numbers from the service-parts list for Perkins 1104. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.

Procedure

  1. Isolate fuel supply.
  2. If necessary, remove boost pressure sensor.
  3. Disconnect plastic tube assemblies from fuel filter base.
  4. Remove tube assembly if equipped.
  5. Use strap wrench to remove fuel filter.
  6. Remove bolts from fuel filter base.
  7. Remove fuel filter base from cylinder head.
  8. Ensure base clean; replace if damaged.
  9. Position base on cylinder head and install bolts.
  10. Tighten bolts to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).
  11. Install new fuel filter.
  12. If necessary, install boost pressure sensor.
  13. Install tube assembly if equipped; tighten nuts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
  14. Connect plastic tube assemblies.
  15. Restore fuel supply; remove air from fuel system.

Tools required

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Specs & values

  • 22 N·m (16 lb ft)
  • 9 N·m (80 lb in)

Full service-parts list: Perkins 1104 →

Source: Perkins 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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