Bleeding Fuel System

Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in both tanks. Should one of the tanks be empty, close the fuel tap.

Check the water separator. If dirty, drain.

If the fuel lift pump priming lever is in an upper position, turn the engine 1/4 turn with the starter motor while pushing the stop button. This will make the pump work.

Open the bleed screw on the outlet, FWD side of the fuel filter (Ford p. 31 Fig. 23). Operate the priming lever on the fuel lift pump until a flow of fuel, free from air, is expelled from the screw. Close the bleed screw while operating the lever simultaneously. Collect the fuel in a rag.

Open the forward bleed screw on the injection pump (Ford p. 28 Fig. 17). Operate the lever again and close the screws when the air is out. Now you can start.

Leave the engine room hatches open for 10-15 minutes after every adjustment.