Fuel Filter, Fuel System Without Return Flow

Fuel Filter, Fuel System without Return Flow

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Reservoir

Removing

Observe safety precautions. Refer to => [ Safety Precautions ] Fuel Supply System.

Observe rules for cleanliness. Refer to => [ Clean Working Conditions ] Fuel Supply System.

- Remove right rear cover - 1 - next to fuel tank.





- Place drip tray under the fuel filter.

CAUTION!
Fuel system is under pressure! Before opening system, place clean rags around the connection. Then release pressure by carefully loosening the connection.

- Disconnect fuel lines - 1 -, - 2 - and - 4 - by pressing the release buttons.





- Remove bolts - 3 -.

- Remove fuel filter.

• Shown in illustration on a vehicle with front wheel drive.

Installing

Installation is in reverse order of removal, note the following:

Installation position:

• The direction of flow is marked on filter housing with arrows.

• On vehicles with front wheel drive, connection "IN" for fuel supply line - 3 - must be at same height of the threaded connection on filter bracket - 2 -.





Distance between fuel return line at fuel filter and fuel tank.

• Front wheel drive: - a - = 6 to 10 mm.

• All wheel drive: - a - = 3 to 7 mm.

Tightening Specifications