FUEL FILTER MAINTENANCE (Cont’d )

5. Crank engine and watch fuel. When air bubbles stop coming through the line, remove bleeder tool and replace bleed screw (6). Dispose of fuel in accordance with local SOP. 6. Tighten bleed screw (6) to 40-50 lb-in. (4-6 N•m). 7. Connect lead 54A (14) to fuel solenoid (15). CAUTION ______ Do not operate starter continuously for more than 20 seconds, wait 10 to 15 seconds between periods of operation. Failure to do this will result in damage to the starter. 3-32. FUEL FILTER MAINTENANCE (Cont’d ) c. Bleeding TM 9-2320-280-20-2 Change 2 3-61 FOLLOW-ON TASKS: • Start engine (TM 9-2320-280-10) and check for fuel leaks. • Lower and secure hood (TM 9-2320-280-10). • Install engine access cover (para. 10-15). 1. Install fuel pressure transducer (para. 4-26). 2. Remove fuel filter bleed screw (6) and install bleeder tool into the hole. 3. Place open end of bleeder tool hose in clean, clear container. 4. Disconnect lead 54A (14) from solenoid (15). NOTE The bleeder tool described in 2, 3, and 5 is optional. The tool prevents fuel spilling on engine.