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Fuel Filter






Fuel Filter

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 ] [1][2]Fuel Injection System.

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





- Place the drip tray under the fuel filter.





CAUTION!
There is a risk of injury because the fuel is under high pressure.

To reduce pressure in fuel system, lay a clean cloth around the connector and carefully loosen connector.

- 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

Tightening specifications, refer to => [ Fastener Tightening Specifications ] Fuel Supply System - Fastener Tightening Specifications.

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal, noting the following:

Installed location:





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

Distance - a - = 10 to 14 mm between fuel return line at fuel filter and fuel tank.