Yanmar Fuel Filter Element 165000-24990 — Marine Diesel Engine
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Yanmar Fuel Filter Element 165000-24990
Keep your Yanmar marine diesel running clean with this genuine OEM fuel filter element. Designed to trap water, sediment, and particulate contamination before they reach your injection system, this element is a critical part of your engine's fuel delivery circuit. Using the correct OEM element ensures proper micron rating, flow characteristics, and housing fit — protecting your injectors and fuel pump from premature wear.
Part Details
- Part Number: 165000-24990
- Brand: Yanmar
- Type: Fuel Filter Element
- System: Fuel Filtration
- OEM / Aftermarket: Genuine OEM
Compatible Applications
- Yanmar marine diesel engines in the 165000-series fuel filter housing
- Verify fitment by cross-referencing your engine model and serial number against Yanmar's parts diagram
- Consult your engine's service manual or parts diagram to confirm this element fits your specific filter housing assembly
Service Interval
- Inspect every 250 hours or annually — whichever comes first
- Replace immediately if water or contamination is found during inspection
- Replace at every scheduled fuel system service regardless of appearance
- More frequent replacement recommended in areas with poor fuel quality or high sediment content
Related Parts
- Yanmar 165000-69590 Oil Filter Element — companion oil filter element for Yanmar diesel service
- Yanmar Oil Filter 4JH — OEM Part 129150-35170 — OEM oil filter for 4JH series engines
Technical FAQ
Q: Can I use an aftermarket element in this housing?
A: Aftermarket elements may fit physically but can differ in micron rating and flow restriction. For fuel injection systems, we recommend staying with the OEM element to protect injectors.
Q: How do I know if my fuel filter needs replacing early?
A: Signs include hard starting, rough idle, loss of power under load, or visible water/sediment in the filter bowl during inspection.
Q: Does this include the filter housing or bowl?
A: No — this is the replacement element only. The housing assembly is a separate part.
Parts Desk Insights
This element is the right choice when you're doing a scheduled fuel system service on a Yanmar diesel and need to replace the element inside the primary fuel filter housing. It's most commonly needed during annual winterization or spring commissioning. If you're seeing fuel starvation symptoms — rough running, power loss, or hard starts — this is one of the first things to check and replace. Always drain and inspect the filter bowl for water when you swap the element; water contamination is the leading cause of injector damage on marine diesels. If you're unsure whether this is the correct element for your specific engine serial number, check your Yanmar parts diagram or contact us with your engine model and serial.
Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 1-3 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
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