When to replace the Fuel Filter on your VW BORA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 60000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 2.0, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 2.3 V5, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.8, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.4 16V, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 2.8 V6 4motion, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.8 4motion, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 2.3 V5 4motion, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6 16V, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 2.3 V5, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 2.3 V5 4motion, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.8 T, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 2.0 4motion, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6 FSI, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.8 T, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 2.8 VR6 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Fuel Filter for Bora Saloon (1J2) and other VW models
Tools
Replacement: fuel filter – VW BORA (1J2). Tools you'll need:
Flat Screwdriver
Nippers
Fluid container
Replacement: fuel filter – VW BORA (1J2). AUTODOC recommends:
  • Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: fuel filter – VW BORA (1J2). Take the following steps:
  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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    Detach the fuel filter fasteners. Use nippers.
  4. Step 5
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    Prepare a container for fluids.
  5. Step 6
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    Squeeze the clips and detach the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter housing. Use a flat screwdriver.
    Replacement: fuel filter – VW BORA (1J2). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
  6. Step 7
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    Remove the fuel filter.
  7. Step 8
    Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
    Step 9
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    Install a new fuel filter.
    Replacement: fuel filter – VW BORA (1J2). 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 BORA (1J2) – It's important to only use high-quality filters.
  8. Step 10
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    Connect the fuel lines to the fuel filter and lock the fastening clips.
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