When to replace the Fuel Filter on your VOLVO S40
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 1 year / 20000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Fuel Filter for S40 II (544) and other VOLVO models
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Tools
Replacement: fuel filter – VOLVO S40 II (MS). Tools you might need:
All-purpose cleaning spray
Drive socket # 8
Drive socket # 10
Ratchet wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Fender cover
Replacement: fuel filter – VOLVO S40 II (MS). Professionals recommend:
  • Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: fuel filter – VOLVO S40 II (MS). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood. Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 2
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    Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use a drive socket #10.
  2. Step 3
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    Remove the engine cover.
  3. Step 4
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    Unscrew the fuel filter bracket fixing bolts. Use a drive socket #8. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  4. Step 5
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    Detach the fuel pressure sensor connector. Use a flat screwdriver.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean the fuel filter. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Squeeze the clips and detach the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter housing.
    Replacement: fuel filter – VOLVO S40 II (MS). Tip:
    Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the fuel filter bracket fixing bolts. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 9
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    Remove the fuel filter.
  9. Step 10
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    Install a new fuel filter.
  10. Step 11
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    Screw the fixing bolts of the fuel filter bracket. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
    Replacement: fuel filter – VOLVO S40 II (MS). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    During installation, take care to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the fuel filter housing.Take care to only use quality filters.
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