{"title":"Fuel Water Separators","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Diesel Engines Are So Vulnerable to Water Contamination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiesel fuel attracts water more readily than petrol, largely through condensation forming inside partially filled tanks and through fuel quality inconsistencies at the pump. Because diesel injection systems run at far higher pressure than petrol equivalents, even small amounts of water reaching the injectors cause disproportionate damage, corroding precision components that are expensive to replace. A water separator filter exists specifically to catch that water before it gets anywhere near the injection system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow a Water Separator Filter Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSitting ahead of the main fuel filter, a water separator uses the difference in density between fuel and water to let heavier water droplets settle out into a collection bowl, where they can be drained off before ever reaching the pump. This is a distinct function from standard fuel filtration, which targets particulate contamination rather than water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitments for Commercial and Heavy Duty Platforms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eVolvo D13 and Volvo trucks generally:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e High demand fitment given the platform's widespread use in long haul operations\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHino:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Common across medium-duty fleet applications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eKenworth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long haul and heavy duty fitments\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFreightliner:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Widely used across North American commercial fleets\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIsuzu NPR (including later model years):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Particularly relevant for operators running in coastal or wet climate regions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSigns Your Water Separator Needs Draining or Replacing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRough running or misfiring that worsens after refuelling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisible water or sediment when the bowl is checked\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduced power under load, especially on long haul routes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorrosion visible around the separator housing itself\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncreased injector or lift pump failures without another clear cause\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFleet operators running regular routes benefit from checking the separator bowl on a set schedule rather than waiting for symptoms to appear, since damage to the injection system downstream is considerably more expensive than the separator itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Separator Versus Standard Fuel Filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese two components are often confused, but they are not interchangeable, and both usually need to be present on a diesel commercial vehicle. A standard\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cbtautoparts.com\/collections\/fuel-filter?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=+fuel+filter+\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e fuel filter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e removes particulate debris from fuel. A truck fuel water separator specifically targets water content, sitting earlier in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cbtautoparts.com\/collections\/fuel-lines?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=fuel+lines\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efuel line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e before the main filter. Running a separator without a downstream filter, or vice versa, leaves the system exposed to whichever contaminant the missing component was meant to catch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance Recommendations for Fleet Operators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrain the separator bowl on a fixed schedule rather than reactively, particularly for vehicles operating in humid or coastal regions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplace the separator element alongside the primary fuel filter during scheduled services\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonitor lift pump condition closely on platforms prone to water contamination, since a failing lift pump often surfaces around the same time as separator issues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSource fuel from consistent, reputable suppliers where possible, since inconsistent fuel quality is a major contributor to water contamination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fuel-separator-swk20005h-for-freightliner-trucks-2010-2024","title":"Fuel Water Separator Assembly SWK20005H for Freightliner Cascadia, Kenworth T680, Peterbilt 579 Heavy Duty Trucks (2010–2024)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"449\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"497\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"465\"\u003ePart Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fuel Water Separator Assembly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"530\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"518\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e SWK20005H\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"764\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eVehicle Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freightliner Cascadia highway tractors, Kenworth T680 sleeper trucks, and Peterbilt 579 long-haul heavy duty trucks equipped with diesel fuel filtration systems requiring water separation (2010–2024).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"896\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"787\"\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM-style complete fuel water separator assembly designed for high-capacity diesel filtration performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"914\"\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separates water and contaminants from diesel fuel to protect injectors, fuel pumps, and engine fuel system reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diesel fuel water separator assembly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum separator housing with replaceable filtration element\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits Freightliner Cascadia, Kenworth T680, and Peterbilt 579 heavy duty trucks (2010–2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eCross-Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with SWK-series separator filter elements and OEM fuel separator systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct-fit replacement using factory fuel inlet and outlet ports\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003eService Interval:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drain collected water regularly and replace filter element during scheduled service intervals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Availability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003eStock Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eDelivery Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–7 days internationally\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CBT Auto Parts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48630488826098,"sku":"1601127054314","price":187.01,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/0406\/2450\/files\/Hbe3a1fec73b54fb6a8c516ef98a46a5bc.webp?v=1767508954"},{"product_id":"fuel-separator-filter-32-925915-for-jcb-trucks-2008-2022","title":"Fuel Water Separator Filter 32\/925915 \/ 32925914 for JCB Fastrac 4000, JCB Loadall Diesel Work Trucks (2008–2022)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"8758\" data-end=\"8777\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8779\" data-end=\"8823\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"8779\" data-end=\"8793\"\u003ePart Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fuel Water Separator Filter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8828\" data-end=\"8867\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"8828\" data-end=\"8844\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32\/925915 \/ 32925914\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8872\" data-end=\"9049\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"8872\" data-end=\"8898\"\u003eVehicle Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e JCB Fastrac 4000 agricultural work trucks and JCB Loadall diesel telehandler trucks equipped with high-capacity fuel filtration systems (2008–2022).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9054\" data-end=\"9168\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"9054\" data-end=\"9072\"\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM-style separator filter designed to remove water and contaminants from diesel fuel supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9173\" data-end=\"9301\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"9173\" data-end=\"9186\"\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protects diesel injectors and fuel pumps by ensuring clean, water-free fuel delivery in heavy-duty environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"9303\" data-end=\"9330\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9332\" data-end=\"9378\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"9332\" data-end=\"9341\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diesel fuel water separator filter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9383\" data-end=\"9466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"9383\" data-end=\"9396\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-efficiency filtration media with sealed separator construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9471\" data-end=\"9556\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"9471\" data-end=\"9487\"\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits JCB Fastrac 4000 and JCB Loadall diesel equipment (2008–2022)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9561\" data-end=\"9640\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"9561\" data-end=\"9581\"\u003eCross-Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with filter references 32\/925915 and 32925914\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9645\" data-end=\"9717\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"9645\" data-end=\"9662\"\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct-fit replacement inside fuel separator housing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9722\" data-end=\"9805\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"9722\" data-end=\"9743\"\u003eService Interval:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replace during scheduled fuel filtration maintenance cycles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"9807\" data-end=\"9833\"\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; 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