How Do You Replace A Fuel Filter On A Dodge Cummins Diesel?
Cummins diesel engines power everything from stationary generators to large over-the-road semi trucks. Cummins diesel engines have been used in Dodge heavy duty pickup trucks since 1989 and have become quite popular for towing heavy loads. The Cummins diesel engine installed in Dodge pickups is an in-line 6-cylinder unit ranging in size from 5.9 to 6.7 liters. A clean fuel supply is crucial to a Cummins diesel engine; this is achieved by replacing the fuel filter often. Place a drain pan under the drain pipe located on the fuel filter housing. Drain the fuel from the fuel filter housing by turning the drain valve petcock in a counterclockwise movement. Return the drain petcock to the closed position once all of the fuel has drained from the fuel filter housing. Remove the fuel filter housing lid by twisting it off in a counterclockwise motion using a ½-inch drive ratchet wrench with a 1 1/8-inch socket attached. Remove and dispose of the “O” ring on the lid. Remove the filter from the