Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 4 year / 60000 km

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Fuel filter

Replacement: fuel filter – FORD KA. List of the tools you'll need:

                      All-purpose cleaning spray
                    
                      Drive socket # 8
                    
                      Torx bit T15
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Bleeder kit
                    
                      Flat Screwdriver
                    
                      Fender cover

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Replacement: fuel filter – FORD KA. 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 – FORD KA. Use the following procedure:

Step 1

Open the hood.

Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.

Step 3

Remove the engine cover.

Replacement: fuel filter – FORD KA. Tip from AUTODOC:
Raise the engine cover, holding it on two sides simultaneously.Do not apply excessive force when removing the part. Otherwise you may damage it.
Step 4

Unscrew the fuel filter bracket fixing bolts. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 5

Clean the fasteners of the fuel supply lines. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 6

Detach the fuel pressure sensor connector.
Step 7

Squeeze the clips and detach the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter housing. Use a flat screwdriver.

AUTODOC recommends:
Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
Step 8

Detach the fuel pressure sensor connector.
Step 9

Loosen the fuel filter mounting. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 10

Remove the fuel filter.
Step 11

Clean the fuel filter. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 12

Unscrew the fasteners of the fuel filter housing cover. Use Torx T15. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 13

Remove the fuel filter housing cover.
Step 14

Clean the fuel filter housing and the cover. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 15

Install and tighten the cap of the fuel filter housing. Use Torx T15. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 16

Install a new fuel filter.

Replacement: fuel filter – FORD KA. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Take care to only use quality filters.
Step 17

Screw in the fuel filter mounting bracket. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 18

Attach the fuel pressure sensor connector.
Step 19

Connect the fuel lines to the fuel filter and lock the fastening clips.
Step 20

Connect the bleeder kit to the fuel filter bleeder screw.
Step 21

Fill the new filter with fuel.
Step 22

Remove the bleeder kit.
Step 23

Connect the fuel lines to the fuel filter and lock the fastening clips.
Step 24

Attach the fuel pressure sensor connector.
Step 25

Clean the fasteners of the fuel supply lines. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 26

Screw the fixing bolts of the fuel filter bracket. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 27

Install the engine cover and secure it.

Replacement: fuel filter – FORD KA. Professionals recommend:
Make sure the engine cover is properly seated. It should not be displaced with respect to the guiding fasteners.Do not apply excessive force when installing the part. Otherwise you may damage the fasteners.
Step 28

Switch on the ignition. This should be done to activate the fuel pump to make it pump fuel through the fuel system.

Step 29

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

Step 30

Shut off the engine.

Step 31

Remove the fender protection cover.

Step 32

Close the hood.

Replacement: fuel filter – FORD KA. AUTODOC recommends:
To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.

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