Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 40000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
PEUGEOT 407 (6D_) 2.0 Bioflex (6DRFJB), PEUGEOT 407 (6D_) 2.0 (6DRFNB, 6DRFNE), PEUGEOT 407 (6D_) 2.2 (6D3FZE, 6D3FZH), PEUGEOT 407 (6D_) 3.0 (6DXFVJ), PEUGEOT 407 (6D_) 1.8 (6D6FZB), PEUGEOT 407 (6D_) 1.8 16V (6D6FYC), PEUGEOT 407 (6D_) 2.0 16V (6DRFJC, 6DRFJE, 6DRFJF), PEUGEOT 407 (6D_) 2.2 16V (6D3FYH, 6D3FYE), PEUGEOT 407 (6D_) 2.0 Flex (6DRFJB), PEUGEOT 407 (6D_) 2.0 16V (6DRFJC, 6DRFJF), PEUGEOT 407 (6D_) 3.0 V6 (6DXFVJ) … View more

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 407 (6D_) and other PEUGEOT models

Fuel filter

        Fuel filter for 407 Saloon Petrol/Ethanol (140 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for 407 Saloon Petrol (136 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for 407 Saloon Petrol (158 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for 407 Saloon Petrol (211 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for 407 Saloon Petrol (116 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for 407 Saloon Petrol (125 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for 407 Saloon Petrol (140 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for 407 Saloon Petrol (163 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for 407 Saloon Petrol/Ethanol (140 hp)

Replacement: fuel filter – PEUGEOT 407 (6D_). List of the tools you'll need:

                        All-purpose cleaning spray
                      
                        Fuel line pliers
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Fluid container

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Replacement: fuel filter – PEUGEOT 407 (6D_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:

Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
Please note: all work on the car – PEUGEOT 407 (6D_) – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

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

Prepare a container for fluids.
Step 5

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

Remove the fuel lines from the car body.
Step 7

Squeeze the clips and detach the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter housing. Use fuel line pliers. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: fuel filter – PEUGEOT 407 (6D_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
Step 8

Remove the fuel filter. Use a crowbar.
Step 9

Put the old filter cartridge in the container.

Step 10

Install a new fuel filter.

Replacement: fuel filter – PEUGEOT 407 (6D_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
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.Take care to only use quality filters.
Step 11

Connect the fuel supply lines to the fuel filter.
Step 12

Install the fuel lines on the car body.
Step 13

Take the fluid container away from under the fuel filter.
Step 14

Lower the car.

Step 15

Tighten the fuel filler cap.

Step 16

Close the fuel door.

Replacement: fuel filter – PEUGEOT 407 (6D_). Tip from AUTODOC:
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 17

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

Step 18

Shut off the engine.

Replacement: fuel filter – PEUGEOT 407 (6D_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.

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