G 14 Maintenancewc_tx001169gb.fm 556.8 Replacing the Fuel Filter ElementLocation The fuel filter is located behind the access door on the left (panel) side of themachine.Prerequisites Engine is stopped Replacement fuel filter element is on handWhen Replace the fuel filter element every 500 hours of operation.Procedure Follow the procedure below to replace the fuel filter element.1. Close the fuel filter lever (a).2. Turn the screw ring (b) clockwise to loosen it. Remove the screw ring and filterbowl (c) from the top cap (d).3. Remove the fuel filter element (e) from the fillter bowl and dispose of it in anenvironmentally conscious manner.4. Rinse the inside of the top cap and filter bowl with diesel fuel, and wipe dry.5. Install the replacement fuel filter element inside the filter bowl.6. Re-assemble the screw ring, filter bowl and the top cap, and turn the screw ringcounter-clockwise to tighten it.NOTICE: Do not allow dust, water, or dirt to enter into the fuel system while replac-ing the fuel filter element. These contaminants can cause the fuel injection pump orinjection nozzle to malfunction.wc_gr006285abced