When to replace the Fuel Filter on your VOLVO XC60
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 2 year / 60000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VOLVO XC60 (156) T5, VOLVO XC60 (156) T6 AWD, VOLVO XC60 (156) 3.2 AWD, VOLVO XC60 (156) 3.2 AWD, VOLVO XC60 (156) T6 AWD, VOLVO XC60 (156) T5, VOLVO XC60 (156) T6, VOLVO XC60 (156) T6, VOLVO XC60 (156) T6 AWD, VOLVO XC60 (156) T5 AWD, VOLVO XC60 (156) T6 AWD, VOLVO XC60 (156) T5 AWD, VOLVO XC60 (156) T5 AWD 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 XC60 (156) and other VOLVO models
Tools
Replacement: fuel filter – VOLVO XC60. Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Torx bit T30
Ratchet wrench
Flat screwdriver
Fluid container
Replacement: fuel filter – VOLVO XC60. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VOLVO XC60 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the fuel door.
  2. Step 2
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    Unscrew the fuel filler cap.
  3. 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.
  4. Step 5
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    Clean the fuel filter mounting bracket. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 6
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    Loosen the fuel filter fasteners. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 7
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    Clean the fasteners of the fuel supply lines. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  7. Step 8
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    Disconnect the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter. Use a flat screwdriver.
    Replacement: fuel filter – VOLVO XC60. AUTODOC recommends:
    Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
  8. Step 9
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    Remove the fuel filter.
  9. Step 10
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    Clean the fuel lines. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  10. Step 11
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    Install a new fuel filter.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    During installation, take care to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the fuel filter housing.
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