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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW GOLF III (1H1) 1.9 TD, GTD, VW GOLF III (1H1) 1.9 TDI, VW GOLF III (1H1) 1.9 TDI Syncro (1HX1), VW GOLF III (1H1) 1.9 TDI, VW GOLF III (1H1) 1.9 SDI, VW GOLF III (1H1) 1.9 D … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change fuel filter VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 3 (1H1) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Fuel Filter for GOLF III (1H1) and other VW models

Fuel filter

        Fuel filter for Golf III Hatchback (1H1) Diesel (64 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for Golf III Hatchback (1H1) Diesel (75 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for Golf III Hatchback (1H1) Diesel (90 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for Golf III Hatchback (1H1) Diesel (90 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for Golf III Hatchback (1H1) Diesel (110 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for Golf III Hatchback (1H1) Diesel (64 hp)

Replacement: fuel filter – VW Golf 3. Tools you need:

                        All-purpose cleaning spray
                      
                        Drive socket # 7 
                      
                        Drive socket # 13 
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Round-nose pliers
                      
                        Hand-operated fluid syringe

                        Fender cover

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Replacement: fuel filter – VW Golf 3. 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 Golf 3. Recommended sequence of steps:

Step 1

Open the hood.
Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3

Clean the fasteners of the fuel supply lines. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 4

Loosen the fuel filter mounting. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 5

Loosen the fuel supply lines fastening to the fuel filter. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 6

Disconnect the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter. Use round-nose pliers.

Replacement: fuel filter – VW Golf 3. Tip:
Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
Step 7

Remove the fuel line retaining clip. Use round-nose pliers.
Step 8

Remove the fuel line.
Step 9

Remove the fuel filter.
Step 10

Install a new fuel filter.

AUTODOC recommends:
VW Golf 3 – It's important to only use high-quality filters.
Step 11

Clean the fuel lines. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 12

Install the fuel line.
Step 13

Install the fuel line retaining clip.
Step 14

Install the fuel line.
Step 15

Screw the fastener attaching the fuel supply line to the fuel filter housing. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 16

Fill the new filter with fuel. Use a hand-operated fluid syringe.
Step 17

Install the fuel line.
Step 18

Screw the fastener attaching the fuel supply line to the fuel filter housing. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 19

Screw in the fuel filter mounting bracket. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 20

Run the engine for a few minutes. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.
Step 21

Shut off the engine.

Step 22

Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 23

Close the hood.

Replacement: fuel filter – VW Golf 3. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.

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