Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 90000 km

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 2.5, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 2.0, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 1.6, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 1.6 … View more

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All the parts you need to replace – Fuel Filter for Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) and other VW models

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Replacement: fuel filter – VW JETTA IV (162, 163). Tools you'll need:

                        Nylon cleaning brush 
                      
                        All-purpose cleaning spray
                      
                        Fluid container
                      
                        Flat Screwdriver
                      
                        Phillips screwdriver
                      
                        Crow bar

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Replacement: fuel filter – VW JETTA IV (162, 163). 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 JETTA IV (162, 163). Use the following procedure:

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

Prepare a container for fluids.
Step 5

Clean the fasteners of the fuel supply lines. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 6

Disconnect the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter. Use a flat screwdriver. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: fuel filter – VW JETTA IV (162, 163). Tip from AUTODOC:
Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
Step 7

Loosen the fuel filter mounting. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
Step 8

Remove the fuel filter. Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
Step 9

Connect the fuel supply lines to the fuel filter.
Step 10

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 JETTA IV (162, 163) – It's important to only use high-quality filters.
Step 11

Screw in the fuel filter mounting bracket. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
Step 12

Connect the fuel supply lines to the fuel filter.
Step 13

Clean the fuel lines. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 14

Take the fluid container away from under the fuel filter.

Step 15

Lower the car.

Step 16

Tighten the fuel filler cap.

Step 17

Close the fuel door.

Replacement: fuel filter – VW JETTA IV (162, 163). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Before starting off, switch the ignition on and off several times. This should be done to activate the fuel pump to make it pump fuel through the fuel system.
Step 18

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

Step 19

Shut off the engine.

Replacement: fuel filter – VW JETTA IV (162, 163). 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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