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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.9 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI 16V, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI 16V 4motion, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 BlueTDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.6 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.8 TSI … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change fuel filter VW PASSAT B6 (3C5) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Fuel Filter for Passat Variant (3C5) and other VW models

Fuel filter

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        Fuel filter for Passat B6 Variant (3C5) Diesel (140 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for Passat B6 Variant (3C5) Diesel (140 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for Passat B6 Variant (3C5) Diesel (163 hp)

Replacement: fuel filter – VW Passat B6 3C Variant. List of the tools you'll need:

                        All-purpose cleaning spray
                      
                        Torx bit T20
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Fluid container
                      
                        Flat Screwdriver
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Microfibre towel
                      
                        Fender cover

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Replacement: fuel filter – Passat Variant B6. Tip:

Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: fuel filter – VW Passat 3C5. Use the following procedure:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.
Step 2

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

Clean the fuel filter. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 4

Unscrew the fasteners of the fuel filter housing cover. Use Torx T20. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 5

Lift the fuel filter cover up a little. Use a crowbar.
Step 6

Remove the fuel filter.
Step 7

Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
Step 8

Cover the fuel filter housing with a microfibre cloth to prevent dirt and foreign objects from getting into the system.
Step 9

Clean the fuel filter housing and the cover. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 10

Remove the rubber strip. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 11

Install the rubber strip.
Step 12

Remove the microfibre cloth from the fuel filter housing.
Step 13

Install a new fuel filter.

Replacement: fuel filter – VW Passat 3C5. Professionals recommend:
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.Passat B6 3C Variant – It's important to only use high-quality filters.
Step 14

Install and tighten the cap of the fuel filter housing. Use Torx T20. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 15

Tighten the fasteners of the fuel filter housing cover. Use Torx T20. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 9 nm torque.

AUTODOC recommends:
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 16

Run the engine for a few minutes. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.
Step 17

Shut off the engine.

Step 18

Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 19

Close the hood.

Replacement: fuel filter – Passat Variant B6. AUTODOC recommends:
To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.

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