SAFARI

FUEL SYSTEM 5 Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Priming pump Fig. 4a 5. Prime fuel system as follows : a. If the performance of the engine is affected due to the presence of the air in the fuel system (commonly known as air lock),the defect can be removed by bleeding the fuel system.This can be done by pumping the Pear pump by hand. b. Start engine and check for fuel leakage. Rectify if necessary. c. Check for smooth running of engine if erratic fuel supply is still felt, check for air suction in fuel pipelines from fuel tank to FIP and rectify. FUEL TANK STRAINER It is located inside the fuel tank. Removal 1. Unscrewbanjobolt anddisconnect suction line from fuel tank strainer. (Fig. 5) 2. Unscrewhex screws and pull out strainer. Inspection 1 Check strainer mesh for clogging. Warning : Unless replacement of fuel tank strainer / fuel level gauge or purging of fuel tank is necessary, it should not be removed from the tank. Assembly 1 Clean strainer and refit with a new 'O' ring. 2. Connect suction line to fuel tank strainer and tighten banjo bolt to specified torque. 3. Always use new sealing washers. 4. Prime fuel system as mentioned above.