How to carry out replacement: Fuel Filter 1.9 TDI Golf Plus
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How to change fuel filter on VW Golf Plus / Crossgolf (5M1, 521) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Fuel Filter on your VW GOLF
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 15000 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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Replacement: fuel filter – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). Tools you might need:
WD-40 spray
Phillips screwdriver
Flat screwdriver
Fluid container
Crow bar
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Replacement: fuel filter – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). 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 GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the fuel door. Unscrew the fuel filler cap.
    Step 2
    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
    Step 3
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    Treat the fasteners attaching the tubes to the fuel filter. Use WD-40 spray.
  2. Step 4
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    Loosen the fuel filter mounting. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  3. Step 5
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    Prepare a container for fluids.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the retainers of the fasteners of the fuel filter tubes. Use a flat screwdriver. Detach the tubes from the fuel filter.
    Replacement: fuel filter – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). Tip:
    Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
  5. Step 7
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    Remove the fuel filter. Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
  6. Step 8
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    Install a new fuel filter.
    Replacement: fuel filter – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). Professionals recommend:
    Remember, it is important not to mix up the input and output of the filter. Arrows on the filter indicate the direction of fuel flow.During installation, take care to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the fuel filter housing.Take care to only use quality filters.
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