When to replace the Fuel Filter on your AUDI A6
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 60000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A6 Allroad (4FH, C6) 3.2 FSI quattro, AUDI A6 Allroad (4FH, C6) 4.2 FSI quattro, AUDI A6 Allroad (4FH, C6) 3.0 TFSI quattro View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Fuel Filter for A6 Allroad (4FH, C6) and other AUDI models
Tools
Replacement: fuel filter – AUDI A6 Allroad (4FH, C6). List of the tools you'll need:
All-purpose cleaning spray
Nylon cleaning brush
Torx bit T25
Drive socket # 10
Ratchet wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Fluid container
Clip removal tool
Replacement: fuel filter – AUDI A6 Allroad (4FH, C6). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: fuel filter – AUDI A6 Allroad (4FH, C6). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the fuel door.
    Step 2
    Unscrew the fuel filler cap.
    Step 3
    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the fuel filter housing cover. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 5
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    Remove the fuel filter housing cover.
  3. Step 6
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    Prepare a container for fluids.
  4. Step 7
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    Clean the fasteners of the fuel supply lines. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  5. Step 8
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    Squeeze the clips and detach the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter housing. Use a flat screwdriver. Use a clip removal tool.
    Replacement: fuel filter – AUDI A6 Allroad (4FH, C6). AUTODOC recommends:
    Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
  6. Step 9
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    Unscrew the fuel filter bracket. Use Torx T25. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 10
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    Disconnect the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter. Use a clip removal tool.
  8. Step 11
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    Remove the fuel filter. Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
  9. Step 12
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    Clean the fasteners of the fuel supply lines. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  10. Step 13
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    Install a new fuel filter.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    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 A6 Allroad (4FH, C6).
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