When to replace the Fuel Filter on your VW BEETLE
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 90000 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 Beetle Convertible (5C7, 5C8) and other VW models
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Tools
Replacement: fuel filter – VW BEETLE Convertible (5C7). Tools you'll need:
Nylon cleaning brush
All-purpose cleaning spray
Fluid container
Flat Screwdriver
Phillips screwdriver
Crow bar
Replacement: fuel filter – VW BEETLE Convertible (5C7). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: fuel filter – VW BEETLE Convertible (5C7). Use the following procedure:
  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 flat screwdriver. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: fuel filter – VW BEETLE Convertible (5C7). Tip from AUTODOC:
    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. Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
  6. Step 9
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    Connect the fuel supply lines to the fuel filter.
  7. Step 10
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    Install a new fuel filter.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    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.VW BEETLE Convertible (5C7) – It's important to only use high-quality filters.
  8. Step 11
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    Screw in the fuel filter mounting bracket. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
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