Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

Fuel Filter, Removing And Installing

Engine code BBW

Special tools and equipment







- V.A.G 1783 Torque wrench (2 to 10 Nm)

Removing
- Remove fuel delivery unit.







- Disconnect Ground strap -1-.
- Disconnect supply hose from connection -3- or -4- (depending upon accessibility) by pressing in safety ring on connector.
- Loosen clamp -2- and remove fuel filter -5- to side.

Installing







- Position fuel filter -7- as shown in figure.

alpha approx.20 degrees
3. Supply line
4. Return line
5. Fuel tank

- Tighten fixed clamp -2-.

Tightening torque: 3 Nm

- Connect supply line -6- to fuel tank union or fuel filter.

NOTE:
- Observe installed position: Long straight connection (arrow) faces fuel filter.
- Connector must audibly engage. Check for correct seat by tightening.

- Install fuel delivery unit.