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

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change fuel filter VW PASSAT 5 (B5) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Fuel Filter for PASSAT Variant (3B6) and other VW models

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Replacement: fuel filter – VW Passat B5 Variant. Tools you'll need:

                      All-purpose cleaning spray
                    
                      HEX bit no.H13.
                    
                      Drive socket # 10 
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Phillips screwdriver
                    
                      Flat Screwdriver
                    
                      Fender cover

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Replacement: fuel filter – VW Passat B5 Variant. Professionals recommend:

Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – VW Passat B5 Variant

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.
Step 2

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

Remove the engine cover caps. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 4

Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use a drive socket #10.
Step 5

Remove the engine cover.

Replacement: fuel filter – VW Passat B5 Variant. Tip:
Raise the engine cover, holding it on two sides simultaneously.
Step 6

Clean the fuel filter. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 7

Unscrew the fasteners of the fuel filter housing cover. Use HEX No.H13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 8

Detach the fuel pressure sensor connector.
Step 9

Unscrew the fuel filter cover.

Step 10

Loosen the fuel filter mounting. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
Step 11

Remove the fuel filter. Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
Step 12

Install a new fuel filter.

Replacement: fuel filter – VW Passat B5 Variant. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
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.Take care to only use quality filters.
Step 13

Tighten the fuel filter fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
Step 14

Install and tighten the cap of the fuel filter housing.
Step 15

Tighten the fasteners of the fuel filter housing cover. Use HEX No.H13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 nm torque.
Step 16

Attach the fuel pressure sensor connector.
Step 17

Install the engine cover and secure it.

AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the engine cover is properly seated. It should not be displaced with respect to the guiding fasteners.Replacement: fuel filter – VW Passat B5 Variant. Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the fasteners.
Step 18

Screw in the engine cover fasteners. Use a drive socket #10.
Step 19

Install the engine cover caps.

Replacement: fuel filter – VW Passat B5 Variant. Tip:
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 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 Passat B5 Variant. Tip from AUTODOC:
To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.

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