Perkins — Fuel Filter Base - Assemble

Repair & overhaul

From a Perkins service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

1. Ensure all components are clean and free from damage.
2. Install new O-ring seals (18) and (21) to plugs (19) and (20); install plugs and tighten to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).
3. Install new O-ring seal (14) to elbow connection (12); install and tighten locking nut (13) to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
4. Install new O-ring seal (7) to adapter (8); install and tighten adapter to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
5. Install new O-ring seal (9) to elbow connection (11); install to adapter (8) and tighten locking nut (10) to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
6. Install new O-ring seal (15) to fuel check valve (16); install and tighten to 65 N·m (48 lb ft).
7. Install new O-ring seal (1) to fuel check valve (2); install and tighten to 65 N·m (48 lb ft).
8. Install new O-ring seal (5) to adapter (8); install and tighten adapter to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
9. Install fuel pressure sensor (4) to adapter (8).
10. Install fuel temperature sensor (6).
11. Install fuel priming pump (17).

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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