John Deere 425 and 445 — Relieving Fuel System Pressure (445)

11. Lower hood. Replacing Fuel Filter (425) c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from fuel system. Make sure engine is cool to the touch. 1. STOP engine. Let it cool. m71466 2. Squeeze hose clamps (A) to disconnect fuel hoses from fuel filter (B). NOTE: Install filter so arrow is pointing in the direction of fuel flow. 3. Connect hoses to new filter. Relieving Fuel System Pressure (445) c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Release of fluids from pressurized fuel system can cause serious injuries. Relieve fuel system pressure and be sure engine and muffler are cool before servicing. Do not smoke or service system near an open flame or sparks. 1. STOP engine. Let it cool. 2.

Partially open fuel tank cap to relieve the pressure in the fuel tank. Tighten fuel tank cap. 3. Raise hood. 82