How to change fuel filter on Audi A4 B6 – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 30000km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A4 Saloon (8E2, B6) 1.8 T quattro,
AUDI A4 Saloon (8E2, B6) 1.8 T,
AUDI A4 Saloon (8E2, B6) 1.8 T quattro,
AUDI A4 Saloon (8E2, B6) 1.8 T,
AUDI A4 Saloon (8E2, B6) 1.8 T quattro,
AUDI A4 Saloon (8E2, B6) 1.8 T,
AUDI A4 Saloon (8E2, B6) 1.8 T quattro
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change fuel filter on AUDI A4 B6 TUTORIAL | AUTODOC
All the parts you need to replace – Fuel Filter for A4 Saloon (8E2, B6) and other AUDI models
Replacement: fuel filter – Audi A4 B6. Professionals recommend:
Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
Please note: all work on the car – Audi A4 B6 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
Step 1
Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
Step 2
Clean the fuel filter housing and the cover. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 3
Loosen the fuel filter mounting.Use Torx T20.
Step 4
Prepare a container for fluids.
Step 5
Squeeze the clips and detach the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter housing.Use fuel line pliers.Use a flat screwdriver.
Replacement: fuel filter – Audi A4 B6. Tip from AUTODOC:
Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
Step 6
Remove the fuel filter.
Step 7
Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
Step 8
Install a new fuel filter.
Replacement: fuel filter – Audi A4 B6. Professionals recommend:
Make sure that the fuel filter is positioned correctly. Consider the fuel flow direction mark.During installation, take care to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the fuel filter housing.Attention! Use quality filters – Audi A4 B6.
Step 9
Connect the fuel lines to the fuel filter and lock the fastening clips.
Step 10
Tighten the fuel filter fasteners. Use Torx T20.
Step 11
Take the fluid container away from under the fuel filter.
Step 12
Lower the car.
Replacement: fuel filter – Audi A4 B6. Tip:
Before starting off, switch the ignition on and off several times. This should be done to activate the fuel pump to make it pump fuel through the fuel system.
Step 13
Run the engine for a few minutes.This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.Shut off the engine.
Replacement: fuel filter – Audi A4 B6. AUTODOC recommends:
To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.
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