Stock Fuel Filter Drain?

[Jed196]

Hey guys.

The yellow lever on the back side of 02 7.3 stock fuel filter, is that my bowl drain? Just learning my PSD. Sorry for the off topic thread.

Thanks

[greasyX]

Yes it is but make sure it has a hose on it or it gets EVERYWHERE.If new to the game check diesel stop,good techies over there and powerstroke nation...................greasy

[Jack_Toepfer]

If there isn't a hose on it, and you don't feel like putting one on it, you could always remove the cap and then suck out the diesel.

[Jed196]

it appears to have a rigid fuel line extending down & around the block, but I cant tell how far it goes. I'll climb under there tonight. My water in fuel light came on for a few miles, but remained off when I restarted the engine. figured I should drain the bowl......

Thanks for the help guys.

[skyskijason]

Yep, follow that steel line to the end, kinda beside waterpump - and slip a peice of 5/16 hose over it that extends to just above ground. I have it so that a water bottle, etc slips under hose nicely. This prevents the mess (and environmental disaster) and allows me to inspect what I drain out. Other than people asking 'whats the hose fer?' it works great!!

Yes, drain it if WIF lite was on - also add some Diesel Kleen or your favorite additive to tank!

[Jed196]

Hey thanks guys.. really helpful stuff.