Volvo Penta — Fuel filter. Change
Maintenance · Fuel system
From a Volvo Penta operator's manual covering: EDC 4, TAD722GE, TD520GE, TD720GE. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Volvo Penta TAD722GE, Volvo Penta TD520GE, Volvo Penta TD720GE
Before you start
- Fuel filters must be changed when the engine is cold, to avoid fire risk
Procedure
- Remove the filters
- Wipe a film of oil on gaskets of new filters
- Screw filters on by hand until gaskets just touch mating surface
- Tighten a further half turn, no more
- Vent the fuel system
- Start engine and check no leakage occurs
Specs & values
- Tighten a further half turn after gaskets touch
Source: Volvo Penta 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.