Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 12 month / 15000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW X3 (E83) xDrive20d, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0d, BMW X3 (E83) 2.0d, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0d, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0sd, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 18 d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 30 d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 35 d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 18 d, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0d … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Replacement: fuel filter – BMW X3 E83. List of the tools you'll need:

                      Drive socket # 10 
                    
                      Torx bit T20
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Flat Screwdriver
                    
                      Fluid container

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Replacement: fuel filter – BMW X3 E83. Tip from AUTODOC:

Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: fuel filter – BMW X3 E83. Take the following steps:

Step 1

Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
Step 2

Loosen the fuel filter mounting.Use a drive socket #10.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 3

Prepare a container for fluids.
Step 4

Loosen the fastening clamp of the fuel filter pipe.Use a flat screwdriver.

Replacement: fuel filter – BMW X3 E83. AUTODOC recommends:
Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
Step 5

Disconnect the pipe from the fuel filter.
Step 6

Remove the spring clip that holds the fuel line in place. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 7

Remove the fuel filter.
Step 8

Unscrew the fastener of the fuel filter holder.Use Torx T20.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Take the fuel filter out of the bracket.
Step 10

Install the rubber strip.Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 11

Fasten the fuel filter in the holder.
Step 12

Screw in the fastener of the fuel filter bracket.Use Torx T20.Use a ratchet wrench.Use a flat screwdriver.

Replacement: fuel filter – BMW X3 E83. Professionals recommend:
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.Take care to only use quality filters.
Step 13

Install a new fuel filter.
Step 14

Reinstall the spring clip that holds the fuel line in place.
Step 15

Attach the pipe to the fuel filter.
Step 16

Tighten the fastening clamp of the fuel filter pipe.Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 17

Screw in the fuel filter mounting bracket.Use a drive socket #10.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 18

Take the fluid container away from under the fuel filter.

Step 19

Lower the car.

Replacement: fuel filter – BMW X3 E83. AUTODOC experts recommend:
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 20

Run the engine for a few minutes.This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.

Step 21

Shut off the engine.

Replacement: fuel filter – BMW X3 E83. Tip from AUTODOC:
To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.

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