When to replace the Fuel Filter on your SEAT IBIZA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 12 month / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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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 IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1) and other SEAT models
Tools
Replacement: fuel filter – SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1). List of the tools you'll need:
Nylon cleaning brush
All-purpose cleaning spray
Fluid container
Phillips screwdriver
Crow bar
Replacement: fuel filter – SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1). Professionals recommend:
  • Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: fuel filter – SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. 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
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    Prepare a container for fluids.
  2. Step 5
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    Clean the fasteners of the fuel supply lines. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  3. Step 6
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    Disconnect the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: fuel filter – SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
  4. Step 7
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    Loosen the fuel filter mounting. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  5. Step 8
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    Remove the fuel filter.
  6. Step 9
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    Disconnect the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter.
  7. Step 10
    Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
    Step 11
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    Connect the fuel supply lines to the fuel filter.
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