Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

Replacing Fuel Filter (S54)

Special tools required:
- 13 3 010

Turn off ignition.







Release screws (1).
Remove cover (2).







Installation Note: 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.

Follow instructions for detaching fuel lines with integral unlocking facility.

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.







Unlock fuel hoses (1) and detach from fuel filter (2).
Detach vacuum hose (3) from fuel pressure regulator.
Release clamp (4) and detach fuel hose (5) from fuel filter (2).
Release screw connection of holder on body.
Remove fuel filter horizontally towards bottom.
Allow fuel to drain out of fuel filter into a drip tray.