Dodge Repair: diesel fuel filter, ft lbs torque, diesel fuel filter

Question
Once a new diesel fuel filter is installed in 2006 models, does one have to
purge the lines somehow to rid the system of air?
Or do you simply try turning the truck over time and time again?

thanks,
garrett


Answer
INSTALLATION
Refer to maintenance schedules for recommended fuel filter replacement intervals.

Thoroughly clean inside of filter housing, filter cap and all related components.
Fuel Filter:
The engine has a self-priming low-pressure fuel system. Refer to Standard Procedures-Fuel System Priming.
Install new O-ring to canister lid and lubricate O-ring with clean engine oil.
Position new element to canister lid. Place this assembly into canister by rotating clockwise.
Tighten cap to 34 N·m (25 ft. lbs.) torque. Do not overtighten cap.
Water-In-Fuel (WIF) Sensor:
Install new o-ring seal to WIF sensor.
Apply a light film of clean oil to o-ring seal.
Install sensor into housing.
Tighten sensor to 2.5 N·m (25 in. lbs.) torque.
Connect electrical connector to WIF sensor.
Fuel Heater Element:
Install fuel heater into fuel filter housing.
Install fuel heater thermostat onto the outside of the fuel filter housing.
Install fuel heater mounting screws and tighten to 1-1.5 N·m (8 - 13 in. lbs.) torque.
Connect electrical connector to fuel heater thermostat.
Install new filter cover O-ring onto fuel filter housing cover and lubricate with clean engine oil.
Tighten fuel filter housing cover (lid) to 34 N·m (25 ft. lbs.).
Drain Valve:
Install 2 new O-rings to valve.
Lubricate with silicon grease.
Install fuel drain valve.
Install 4 mounting screws and tighten to 1–1.5 N·m (8–13 in. lbs.) torque.
Connect drain hose to drain valve.
Install two new sealing washers to bolt.
Install screened banjo bolt Tighten to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.)
Start engine and check for leaks.