Fuel filter question Yamaha 90 2 stroke 2008

[bridges27]

i observed that while priming my outboard small amount of fuel seeps out of the fuel filter. Is this a sign of a failing fuel filter? It appears to seep out the top of the filter when under pressure from pumping priming bulb.

[99yam40]

gasket or oring is leaking

[bridges27]

Will the repair then be to install a new fuel filter?

[pstephens46]

Try to tighten with your hand first.

[pstephens46]

Which fuel filter?

[99yam40]

Will the repair then be to install a new fuel filter?

why not open it up and see what the problem is and then find the parts needed

[bridges27]

This is the fuel filter directly above and connected to the fuel pump.

[TownsendsFJR1300]

This is the fuel filter directly above and connected to the fuel pump.

Part #6? : https://www.boats.net/catalog/yamaha...lr-0408/fuel-1

If so, as noted, spin the cup (part #8) off and inspect the o-ring seal. Likely that's what's leaking..


If the seal looks good, clean away residual fuel, prime with the bulb and look for exactly where it's leaking from.







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[robert graham]

Check and replace as needed the o-ring....a dab of grease on the o-ring and plastic filter cup threads helps the assembly go very smooth.....as well as the next time you need to unscrew it....

[Rossy299]

O ring above bowl

[TownsendsFJR1300]

O ring above bowl

Okay, so get a new o-ring, inspect the bowl for cracks (likely fine), lube the o-ring with 2 stroke oil and re-install..