88238A18 Mercury CABLE

Table 1
Required Tools
Tool Part Number Part Description Qty
A 370-8376 Capping Kit 1
Ensure that all adjustments and repairs that are carried out to the fuel system are performed by authorized personnel that have the correct training.Before beginning ANY work on the fuel system, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "General Hazard Information and High-Pressure Fuel Lines" for safety information.Refer to System Operation, Testing and Adjusting, "Cleanliness of Fuel System Components" for detailed information on the standards of cleanliness that must be observed during ALL work on the fuel system.
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Turn the fuel supply to the OFF position.
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For the correct location of the secondary filter. Refer to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the correct location.
Place a suitable container below the secondary filter to catch any fuel that might be spilled. Loosen drain valve (6) on canister (5) and drain the fuel. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace" for the correct drain procedure.
If necessary, remove fuel filter (4) (not shown) from canister (5). Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace" for the correct procedure.
Make temporary identification marks on tube assemblies to show the correct position of the tube assemblies.
Disconnect the tube assemblies from connection (1) and connection (2) from fuel filter base (3).
Use Tooling (A) to plug the tube assemblies with new plugs.
Use Tooling (A) to cap connection (1) and connection (2).
Remove the bolts from the assembly of fuel filter base (3) and remove from the OEM bracket. Support the weight of the assembly of fuel filter base as the bolts are removed.
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If necessary, follow Step 10a through Step 10b to disassemble the assembly of secondary filter (3).
Place the assembly of secondary filter base (3) in a suitable support.
Remove canister (5) and remove filter (4). Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace" for the correct procedure.Installation Procedure
Ensure that all adjustments and repairs that are carried out to the fuel system are performed by authorized personnel that have the correct training.Before beginning ANY work on the fuel system, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "General Hazard Information and High-Pressure Fuel Lines" for safety information.Refer to System Operation, Testing and Adjusting, "Cleanliness of Fuel System Components" for detailed information on the standards of cleanliness that must be observed during ALL work on the fuel system.
Ensure that the secondary filter base is clean and free from damage. If necessary, replace the complete secondary filter base and filter assembly.
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If necessary, follow Step 2a through Step 2b to assemble the assembly of secondary filter (3).
Place secondary filter base (3) in a suitable support.
Install a new filter (4) to canister (5). Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace" for the correct procedure.
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Position the assembly of secondary filter (3) onto the OEM bracket. Install the bolts. Tighten the bolts, refer to the OEM for the correct torque value.
If necessary, install a new fuel filter (4) (not shown) to fuel filter base (3). Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace" for the correct procedure.
Remove caps connection (1) and connection (2).
Remove plugs from the tube assemblies.
Ensure that the plastic tube assemblies are installed in the original positions. Failure to connect the plastic tube assemblies to the correct ports will allow contamination to enter the fuel system. Allowing contamination to enter the fuel system will damage the engine.
Connect the tube assemblies to connection (1) and connection (2) to fuel filter base (3). Ensure that the tube assemblies are correctly orientated.
Turn the fuel supply to the ON position.End By:
Remove the air from the fuel system. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System - Prime" for the correct procedure.