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Changing the fuel filter (RHD)

Changing the fuel filter (RHD)

Warning

Removal of the fuel filter involves partial dismantling of the car's fuel system. The following points must therefore be observed in connection with this work:

• Make sure a class BE fire extinguisher is close to hand! Consider the risk of sparking, e.g. when breaking circuits, short-circuits etc.

• Absolutely No Smoking!

• Ensure that there is a good exchange of air. If approved ventilation for the extraction of fuel fumes is available, this should be used.

• Wear protective gloves! Prolonged exposure of the hands to fuel can cause irritation to the skin.

• Wear protective goggles.


Important

Be particulary observant regardning cleanliness when working on the fuel system. Loss of function may occur due to very small particles. Prevent dirt and grime from entering the fuel system by cleaning the connections and plugging pipes and lines during disassembly. Use 82 92 948 Plugs, A/C system assembly. Keep components free from contaminants during storage.


To remove


1. Remove the expansion tank from its mountings in the body and move it aside.


2. Undo the fuel lines from the mountings on the bulkhead.

3. Undo the fuel line connections from the fuel filter. Use 83 95 261 Fuel line tool . Catch any fuel that escapes.

4. Remove the filter holder.

5. Unplug the preheater connector.


6. Undo the drain plug and drain the filter into a suitable receptacle.

7. Mark the filter cap and the holder so that the cap is refitted correctly.

8. Remove the filter cap.


9. Remove the filter element.

10. Check the filter holder for impurities and other foreign matter, and if necessary clean it.


To fit


1. Fit a new filter element with new O-rings.


2. Fit the filter cover, following the position marking from before.

3. Close the drain plug.

4. Plug in the preheater connector.


5. Fit the filter holder into the car. Check that it is correctly seated in its mounting.

6. Fit the expansion tank.

7. Connect the fuel lines.

8. Attach the fuel lines to the bulkhead.

9. Bleed the fuel system. Refer to Bleeding the fuel lines .

10. Connect an exhaust extractor hose and start the engine to check everything runs correctly.