Fuel filter (1.8 l diesel) — removal and installation

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Withdrawal


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WARNING: Do not smoke or walk with a lit cigarette or any type of open flame while working on or near fuel related items. In such situations, highly flammable vapors are always present that can ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury.


CAUTION: Diesel fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and very close clearances. Therefore, it is especially important to observe absolute cleanliness when working with these elements. Always insert plugs into any open holes or lines.


Disconnect the ground wire from the battery.

NOTE: Fuel line connectors are painted white or identified by a white rim. Fuel return line connectors are colored red or identified by a red rim.


2. Disconnect the fuel filter supply and return lines.



3. Remove the retaining clip for the fuel return line.



4. Remove the fuel return line.




5. Remove the fuel filter.
  • 1. Press the clamp.
  • 2. To remove the fuel filter, pull it out.



6. Remove the fuel filter from the bracket.
  • 1. Remove the screw.
  • 2. Remove the fuel filter.



Installation


1.
WARNING: Do not smoke or walk with a lit cigarette or any type of open flame while working on or near fuel related items. In such situations, there are always highly flammable mixtures that can ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury.



CAUTION: Diesel fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and very close clearances. Therefore, it is especially important to observe absolute cleanliness when working with these elements. Always insert plugs into any open holes or lines.


NOTE: Fuel line connectors are painted white or identified by a white rim. Fuel return line connectors are colored red or identified by a red rim.


NOTE: Before installing the filter, make sure the fuel filter is filled with fuel.


NOTE: Make sure you align the arrows on the fuel filter and fuel filter bracket.


Reinstall the elements in reverse order.








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