Check for air leaks
- Start the engine and run it at about 2000 RPM.
- Check the clear fuel supply line.
- Check for air leaks caused by :
- Loose fuel filter
- Loose connections on fuel filter assembly
- Loose union bolt on fuel pump
- Loose connections at fuel supply lines
- Loose bleeder screw on filter housing
- If no air leaks are found and if bubbles still appear, check for water in the fuel.
- Drain the water trap in the fuel filter
- Open the bleeder screw on the filter flange.
- Loosen the drain plug on the filter.
- Drain the fuel into a container until the drained fuel is pure.
- Tighten the drain plug and the bleeder screw.