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How to change fuel filter on BMW 5 GT (F07) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 12 month / 15000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW 5 GT (F07) 530 d, BMW 5 GT (F07) 535 d xDrive, BMW 5 GT (F07) 530 d xDrive, BMW 5 GT (F07) 535 d, BMW 5 GT (F07) 520 d, BMW 5 GT (F07) 530 d, BMW 5 GT (F07) 530 d xDrive, BMW 5 GT (F07) 535 d xDrive, BMW 5 GT (F07) 535 d, BMW 5 GT (F07) 520d, BMW 5 GT (F07) 520d … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
BMW 5 GT (F07) 530 d, BMW 5 GT (F07) 535 d xDrive, BMW 5 GT (F07) 530 d xDrive, BMW 5 GT (F07) 535 d, BMW 5 GT (F07) 520 d, BMW 5 GT (F07) 530 d, BMW 5 GT (F07) 530 d xDrive, BMW 5 GT (F07) 535 d xDrive, BMW 5 GT (F07) 535 d, BMW 5 GT (F07) 520d, BMW 5 GT (F07) 520d … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Fuel Filter for 5 GT (F07) and other BMW models
Fuel filter
Alternative products

All-purpose cleaning spray
Drive socket # 10
Torx bit T40
Ratchet wrench
Fluid container
Flat Screwdriver
Replacement: fuel filter – BMW 5 Gran Turismo (F07). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
- Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
- Please note: all work on the car – BMW 5 Gran Turismo (F07) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.Step 2Prepare a container for fluids.
- Step 3Remove the snap ring of the fuel pressure regulator retainer clip. Use a flat screwdriver.
- Step 4Loosen the fastening clamp of the fuel filter pipe. Use a flat screwdriver.
- Step 5Loosen the fuel filter mounting. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 6Detach the tubes from the fuel filter.Replacement: fuel filter – BMW 5 Gran Turismo (F07). AUTODOC recommends:Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
- Step 7Remove the fuel filter. Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
- Step 8Unscrew the fuel filter bracket fixing bolts. Use Torx T40. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 9Remove the fuel filter fastening bracket.
- Step 10Install the fuel filter fastening bracket.
- Step 11Screw the fixing bolts of the fuel filter bracket. Use Torx T40. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 12Install a new fuel filter.Replacement: fuel filter – BMW 5 Gran Turismo (F07). Tip from AUTODOC: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.BMW 5 Gran Turismo (F07) – It's important to only use high-quality filters.
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