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How to change fuel filter on VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 60000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 1.4 16V, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 1.6, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.0, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.3 V5, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.3 V5 4motion, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 1.8 4motion, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.8 V6 4motion, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 1.6 16V, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 1.6, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.0 4motion, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.0 Bi-Fuel, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 1.6 FSI, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 1.8 T, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.3 V5, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.3 V5 4motion, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.0 4motion … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 1.4 16V, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 1.6, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.0, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.3 V5, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.3 V5 4motion, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 1.8 4motion, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.8 V6 4motion, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 1.6 16V, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 1.6, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.0 4motion, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.0 Bi-Fuel, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 1.6 FSI, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 1.8 T, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.3 V5, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.3 V5 4motion, VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.0 4motion … 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 Golf IV Variant (1J5) and other VW models
Fuel filter
Alternative products

Flat Screwdriver
Nippers
Fluid container
Replacement: fuel filter – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). 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 IV Variant (1J5). Take the following steps:
- Step 1Open the fuel door.
- Step 2Unscrew the fuel filler cap.
- Step 3Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.Step 4Detach the fuel filter fasteners. Use nippers.
- Step 5Prepare a container for fluids.
- Step 6Squeeze the clips and detach the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter housing. Use a flat screwdriver.Replacement: fuel filter – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). AUTODOC experts recommend:Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
- Step 7Remove the fuel filter.
- Step 8Put the old filter cartridge in the container.Step 9Install a new fuel filter.Replacement: fuel filter – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). 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 GOLF IV Variant (1J5) – It's important to only use high-quality filters.
- Step 10Connect the fuel lines to the fuel filter and lock the fastening clips.
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