How to change fuel filter on BMW 3 Touring (E91) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 12month / 15000km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 318 d,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 318 i,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 316 d,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 320d,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 330 d,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 330 xd,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 318 d,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 335 d,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 320 d,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 325 d,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 318 d,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 320d,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 330 d,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 330 d xDrive,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 320d xDrive,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 320 d xDrive,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 320 d,
BMW 3 Touring (E91) 330d
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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 3 Touring (E91) and other BMW models
Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
Step 11
Loosen the fuel filter mounting. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 12
Disconnect the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter.
Step 13
Unscrew the fastener of the fuel filter bracket. Use Torx T20. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 14
Remove the fuel filter. Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
Step 15
Install a new fuel filter.
Replacement: fuel filter – BMW 3 Touring (E91). AUTODOC recommends:
Remember, it is important not to mix up the input and output of the filter. Arrows on the filter indicate the direction of fuel flow.During installation, take care to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the fuel filter housing.Attention! Use quality filters – BMW 3 Touring (E91).
Step 16
Connect the fuel supply lines to the fuel filter.
Step 17
Tighten the fuel supply line fastening. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 18
Install the bracket on the fuel filter.
Step 19
Tighten the fastener of the fuel filter bracket. Use Torx T20. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 20
Tighten the fuel filter fasteners. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 21
Attach the fuel pressure regulator to the fuel filter. Install the snap ring of the fuel pressure regulator's retainer clip.
Step 22
Take the fluid container away from under the fuel filter.
Step 23
Install the protective cover.
Step 24
Tighten fixing bolts of the protective cover. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
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 28
Run the engine for a few minutes. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.
Step 29
Shut off the engine.
Replacement: fuel filter – BMW 3 Touring (E91). Tip:
To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.
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