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

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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All the parts you need to replace – Fuel Filter for Countryman (R60) and other MINI models

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Fuel filter

Replacement: fuel filter – MINI MINI COUNTRYMAN (R60). Tools you need:

                      All-purpose cleaning spray
                    
                      Drive socket # 8 
                    
                      Drive socket # 13 
                    
                      Torx bit T20
                    
                      Fluid container
                    
                      Flat screwdriver
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: fuel filter – MINI MINI COUNTRYMAN (R60). Tip:

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

Replacement: fuel filter – MINI MINI COUNTRYMAN (R60). Recommended sequence of steps:

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

Unscrew fixing bolts of the protective cover. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 5

Remove the protective cover.
Step 6

Prepare a container for fluids.
Step 7

Treat the fasteners attaching the tubes to the fuel filter. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 8

Loosen the fuel filter clamps. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 9

Remove the snap ring of the fuel pressure regulator retainer clip.
Step 10

Detach the fuel pressure regulator from the fuel filter. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: fuel filter – MINI MINI COUNTRYMAN (R60). AUTODOC experts recommend:
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 – MINI MINI COUNTRYMAN (R60). 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 – MINI MINI COUNTRYMAN (R60).
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.

Step 25

Lower the car.

Step 26

Tighten the fuel filler cap.

Step 27

Close the fuel door.

Replacement: fuel filter – MINI MINI COUNTRYMAN (R60). 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 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 – MINI MINI COUNTRYMAN (R60). Tip:
To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.

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