Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 60000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
VOLVO XC70 II Estate (136) T6 AWD, VOLVO XC70 II Estate (136) T6 Polestar AWD, VOLVO XC70 II Estate (136) T5, VOLVO XC70 II Estate (136) T5 AWD, VOLVO XC70 II Estate (136) T6 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 XC70 II Estate (136) and other VOLVO models

Fuel filter

        Fuel filter for XC70 II Estate (P24, 136) Petrol (304 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for XC70 II Estate (P24, 136) Petrol (245 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for XC70 II Estate (P24, 136) Petrol (254 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for XC70 II Estate (P24, 136) Petrol (249 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for XC70 II Estate (P24, 136) Petrol (329 hp)

Replacement: fuel filter – VOLVO XC70 II. Tools you need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        WD-40 spray
                      
                        All-purpose cleaning spray
                      
                        Torx bit T30
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Flat screwdriver
                      
                        Fluid container

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Replacement: fuel filter – VOLVO XC70 II. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
Please note: all work on the car – VOLVO XC70 II – 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 fuel filter mounting bracket. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 6

Loosen the fuel filter fasteners. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 7

Clean the fasteners of the fuel supply lines. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 8

Disconnect the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter. Use a flat screwdriver.

Replacement: fuel filter – VOLVO XC70 II. AUTODOC recommends:
Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
Step 9

Remove the fuel filter.
Step 10

Clean the fuel lines. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 11

Install a new fuel filter.

AUTODOC recommends:
During installation, take care to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the fuel filter housing.
Step 12

Connect the fuel lines to the fuel filter.
Step 13

Screw in the fuel filter mounting bracket. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 14

Take the fluid container away from under the fuel filter.
Step 15

Lower the car.

Step 16

Tighten the fuel filler cap.
Step 17

Close the fuel door.

Replacement: fuel filter – VOLVO XC70 II. Tip:
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 18

Run the engine for a few minutes.

AUTODOC recommends:
This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.
Step 19

Shut off the engine.

Replacement: fuel filter – VOLVO XC70 II. Professionals recommend:
To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.

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