Fuel Filter Replacement Petrol Models
Attention! When carrying out work on replacing the filter, observe fire safety measures with flammable substances! Do not use open flames and do not allow smoking near the workplace! Keep a fire extinguisher handy!
1. The fuel filter is located on the bottom of the car on the left (in the direction of the car), next to the fuel tank.
2. Depressurize the fuel supply system before starting work (see chapter 4).
3. Place the car on stands or hang out using a lift. Place a suitable container under the fuel filter to collect the escaping fuel.
4. Mark, for example, the inlet and outlet fuel lines with insulating tape - the direction of fuel flow is indicated by an arrow on the filter.
20.5 Preparing the fuel filter for removal (petrol models): 1, 4. Holders; 2. Drain hose; 3. Parking brake cable
5. Release the drain hose (see resist. illustration) from the holder on the fuel filter and the parking brake cable from the holder on the bottom of the vehicle.
6. Using a special tool (e.g. Hazet mites 4501-1) disconnect the quick connectors (see resist. illustration) fuel lines and remove both hoses. Cover connections with rags to avoid spilling fuel when removing hoses.
20.6 Removing the fuel filter: 1, 2. Quick connectors; 3. Plastic hooks
7. Wring out the plastic hooks (see illustration 20.6) and remove the filter from the holder. Be careful - the fuel filter is filled with gasoline, place it in a specially prepared container.
8. Before installing a new filter, reposition the clips of the quick couplings on it (see resist. illustration). Install the fuel filter in the holder and fix it, the direction of the arrow on the filter housing must match the direction of fuel flow (from tank to engine compartment).
20.8 Fit new fuel filter clips (1) quick couplings
9. Further installation is carried out in the reverse order of removal. At the end of the work, take a short trip and check the fuel supply system for leaks.
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