Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

Replacing Fuel Filter


Special Tools Required:







13 3 010


Turn off ignition.

Note:
Fuel pressure regulator is integrated in fuel filter and cannot be removed.







Release screws ( 1 ).

Remove cover ( 2 ).


Installation:







Ensure seal ( 1 ) is in correct installation position.







Seal all fuel hoses on fuel filter with special tool 13 3
010.

This prevents excessive discharge of fuel from the fuel lines.

Note:

Mark fuel lines on filter.

This prevents the fuel lines from being installed incorrectly on the fuel filter.

Recycling:







Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached. Have a drip tray ready.

Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country - specific waste - disposal regulations.








Release clips ( 1 ).

Detach fuel lines ( 2 ) from fuel filter.

Release clamp ( 3 ).

Detach fuel line ( 4 ) from fuel filter.

Detach vacuum hose ( 5 ) from fuel pressure regulator.

Release screw.

Remove fuel filter horizontally downwards.

Allow fuel to drain out of fuel filter into a drip tray.