changing fuel filters
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... I get to see what dumb people do to there Benz diesels on a daily basis in reguards to maint, or lack there of.......
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All OEM parts here.
I keep a spare in the console.
Filter kit FD-4615.
$47.97
[FD-4615]Ford 6.7 L Turbo Diesel fuel/water filter kit.(FD4615) - Diesel Filters,Additives,brake rotors, and brake pads for Chevy, Dodge and Ford Diesel Trucks
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All OEM parts here.
I keep a spare in the console.
Filter kit FD-4615.
$47.97
[FD-4615]Ford 6.7 L Turbo Diesel fuel/water filter kit.(FD4615) - Diesel Filters,Additives,brake rotors, and brake pads for Chevy, Dodge and Ford Diesel Trucks
I keep a spare in the console.
Filter kit FD-4615.
$47.97
[FD-4615]Ford 6.7 L Turbo Diesel fuel/water filter kit.(FD4615) - Diesel Filters,Additives,brake rotors, and brake pads for Chevy, Dodge and Ford Diesel Trucks
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Page 71 of the 5th printing of the Diesel supplement states 22.5k for normal operating conditions or as indicated by the message center.
15K or 600 hours is for special operating conditions.
The manual also states that the "Oil Change Required" message indicates fuel filter change?? (Examples in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide on page 77). So how do I know if the car is telling me to change the fuel filters or the oil? Anyone seen the actual "Change Fuel Filters" message? If so what does it say? I find it hard to believe that with such a high tech display they could not use proper verbiage.
15K or 600 hours is for special operating conditions.
The manual also states that the "Oil Change Required" message indicates fuel filter change?? (Examples in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide on page 77). So how do I know if the car is telling me to change the fuel filters or the oil? Anyone seen the actual "Change Fuel Filters" message? If so what does it say? I find it hard to believe that with such a high tech display they could not use proper verbiage.
Tuned
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From: Gulf Coast, Texas
$49.95 for both OEM from dieselfiltersonline. $47.95 if you buy 5 or more.
Just changed the oil today with synthetic, oil filtwr, fuel filter, air filter, checked the coolant chemistry set, and rotated the tires. I'd hate to see what that would have cost at the dealer.
Just changed the oil today with synthetic, oil filtwr, fuel filter, air filter, checked the coolant chemistry set, and rotated the tires. I'd hate to see what that would have cost at the dealer.
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Last time I checked dieselfiltersonline the order total had to be more than $250 to get free shipping. Looks like there world be a minimum shipping charge of $8.50 for a single order of fuel filters. Amazon.com does free shipping over $35 bucks.
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Page 71 of the 5th printing of the Diesel supplement states 22.5k for normal operating conditions or as indicated by the message center.
15K or 600 hours is for special operating conditions.
The manual also states that the "Oil Change Required" message indicates fuel filter change?? (Examples in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide on page 77). So how do I know if the car is telling me to change the fuel filters or the oil? Anyone seen the actual "Change Fuel Filters" message? If so what does it say? I find it hard to believe that with such a high tech display they could not use proper verbiage.
15K or 600 hours is for special operating conditions.
The manual also states that the "Oil Change Required" message indicates fuel filter change?? (Examples in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide on page 77). So how do I know if the car is telling me to change the fuel filters or the oil? Anyone seen the actual "Change Fuel Filters" message? If so what does it say? I find it hard to believe that with such a high tech display they could not use proper verbiage.
It showed up at about 22k each time.. one time it showed up at the same time as the oil change notification.. as 2 separate notifications. Must have been close on one of them to the other so it just tripped both saving 2 trips for service.
I just do what the truck tells me.. lol
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From: San Antonio
Water check
I am new here and tried to do a search but was not able to find anything. My question I come from an aviation background and am use to checking fuel for water. I have checked my fuel separator every month for last 4 months I have owned the truck and no water.
I know this is a good thing but am use to seeing small amounts when we "Sumped" the tanks on aircraft. Is it normal to never see any water when checking. Not complaining not sure if I am just lucky or this is normal.
Dave
I know this is a good thing but am use to seeing small amounts when we "Sumped" the tanks on aircraft. Is it normal to never see any water when checking. Not complaining not sure if I am just lucky or this is normal.
Dave
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26,500 miles currently. Fuel filter was changed at 13,500 last time. I am hoping to get to a point where I change it every 15,000 or every third oil/filter change.
To answer your question, NO, I have never drained any water out of the separator. I check mine every 2 to 3 weeks.
I do have a suggestion for you. Order the lower piece of the bottom fuel filter housing from the dealer. These do have a history of cracking or breaking at the most inopportune time. Not a piece you can pick up at your local parts house and dealership parts depts. are not open on Sunday or in most cases after 6pm.
To answer your question, NO, I have never drained any water out of the separator. I check mine every 2 to 3 weeks.
I do have a suggestion for you. Order the lower piece of the bottom fuel filter housing from the dealer. These do have a history of cracking or breaking at the most inopportune time. Not a piece you can pick up at your local parts house and dealership parts depts. are not open on Sunday or in most cases after 6pm.
Tuned
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From: Gulf Coast, Texas
I've had my truck since late 2011, almost 100 miles on it now. Never a drop of water in the seperator. I change my filters every 12K miles.
I've never seen water from any seperator in the military either. Even after "swimming" HMMWV's well past their fording depth.
I've never seen water from any seperator in the military either. Even after "swimming" HMMWV's well past their fording depth.
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Joined: Mar 2015
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From: In the Southwest Desert
I am new here and tried to do a search but was not able to find anything. My question I come from an aviation background and am use to checking fuel for water. I have checked my fuel separator every month for last 4 months I have owned the truck and no water.
I know this is a good thing but am use to seeing small amounts when we "Sumped" the tanks on aircraft. Is it normal to never see any water when checking. Not complaining not sure if I am just lucky or this is normal.
Dave
I know this is a good thing but am use to seeing small amounts when we "Sumped" the tanks on aircraft. Is it normal to never see any water when checking. Not complaining not sure if I am just lucky or this is normal.
Dave
