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LIQUID FILTRATION

Using Donaldson Fuel Filters Don’t Retighten a Lube Filter
with Biodiesel Once it Has Been Installed

To avoid cross-
threading DO
NOT OVER
TIGHTEN OR
RETIGHTEN a Filter Performance Alternatives
fi lter.

Donaldson fuel filtration products are compatible

with OEM approved grades ASTM D 6571 Biodiesel
and ULSD fuels. Follow These Installation Instruction for
Spin-On Engine Lube Filters

The spin-on engine lube filter is a commonly serviced
Biodiesel is an alternative fuel that is rapidly growing in

use. However, biodiesel received a bad reputation after the component on your vehicle. To insure normal oil filter service life
problems that occurred in 2005 when some states mandated and to prevent oil leakage or possible internal engine damage,
the use of B2 biodiesel blend. One of the problems was a the following procedure should be followed when replacing

very short fuel filter life. Further research revealed that the spin-on engine lube filters. Shoptalk

problems encountered were due to the use of biodiesel 1. Open hood, remove the oil fill cap and place cap on air filter

that did not meet ASTM D 6751 specifications. The use cover or any other flat visible surface. (This will serve as a

reminder that oil has not been added to the crankcase).

of biodiesel that does not meet these specifications may
cause problems within a fuel system. 2. Remove the oil drain plug(s), drain the oil and reinstall/replace
the drain plug(s). If drain plug(s) has a crush ring or gasket,
Filter Plugging check for damage. If damaged, replace the ring or gasket.
Filter plugging problems can be prevented by effectively 3. Remove the oil filter using an oil filter wrench, if necessary.

cleaning storage tanks before introducing biodiesel.

Filter plugging can also be minimized by using low blends 4. Clean mounting base, making sure the old oil filter gasket is

of biodiesel and/or ensuring the biodiesel that you are not stuck to the base. Apply a light film of clean oil to the new

using is from a quality source meeting the ASTM D 6751 filter gasket. Note: Never use grease to lubricate the gasket.
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specifi cations. BQ-9000 is a quality certifi cation for 5. Screw the new filter on carefully, avoiding cross-threading.

biodiesel suppliers who provide quality biodiesel meeting On turbocharged engines, it may be necessary to fill the

the ASTM D 6751 specification. filter with clean engine oil prior to installation. Check
engine manufacturer’s recommendations. After the sealing
gasket contacts the mounting base, tighten the filter per the Filter Maintenance Kits

Using High Blends of Biodiesel instructions found on the filter or filter box. DO NOT OVER

Filters that are used in special applications using high TIGHTEN.
blends of biodiesel and those near B100 or unblended B100,
should use solvent resistant sealing materials. Continued 6. Fill the crankcase to the recommended level with oil as per the

use of standard sealing materials commonly found on manufacturer’s specifications and install the oil fill cap. Start
the engine and insure that the engine oil pressure light goes

popular fuel filters could result in deterioration or swelling out or the oil pressure comes up to normal on the oil pressure
of the material, which may cause leaks. gauge.
Biodiesel, n. - a fuel comprised of mono-alkyl esters of long 7. Turn off the engine and check the dipstick reading per vehicle
chain fatty acids derived from vegetable oils or animal fats, manufacturer’s instructions. Add additional oil to engine, if
needed.
designated B100, and meeting the requirements of ASTM D
6751. 8. Start the engine and check for oil leakage around the oil filter

and drain plug.
Biodiesel blend, n. - a blend of biodiesel meeting ASTM 9. Turn off the engine and close the hood.
D 6751 with petroleum-based diesel fuel designated BXX,
where XX is the volume percent of biodiesel. 10. Check local, state and federal regulations for the proper Liquid Filtration Heads & Filters
disposal of your used oil and filters.

More information on ULSD or Biodiesel can be
found at www.biodiesel.org More information is available through the
Filters Manufacturers Council at:
www.fi ltercouncil.org/uploads///docs/TSB/English/93-3R1.pdf
Ref: Shoptalk Card F115248 Ref: Shoptalk Card F115278
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