Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 12 month / 15000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW PASSAT Estate Van (365) 2.0 TDi BlueMotion, VW PASSAT Estate Van (365) 2.0 TDi BlueMotion, VW PASSAT Estate Van (365) 1.6 TDi BlueMotion … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Fuel Filter for PASSAT Estate Van (365) and other VW models

Fuel filter

        Fuel filter for Passat B7 Box Body / Estate (365) Diesel (140 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for Passat B7 Box Body / Estate (365) Diesel (170 hp)
      
        Fuel filter for Passat B7 Box Body / Estate (365) Diesel (105 hp)

Replacement: fuel filter – VW PASSAT Kasten/Kombi (365). Tools you might need:

                        All-purpose cleaning spray
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Torx bit T15
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Flat screwdriver
                      
                        Hand-operated fluid syringe

                        Fender cover

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Replacement: fuel filter – VW PASSAT Kasten/Kombi (365). Tip from AUTODOC:

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

Replacement: fuel filter – VW PASSAT Kasten/Kombi (365). 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 housing and the cover. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 4

Unscrew the fasteners of the fuel filter housing cover. Use Torx T15. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 5

Remove the fuel filter housing cover. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 6

Remove the fuel filter. Use a flat screwdriver.

Replacement: fuel filter – VW PASSAT Kasten/Kombi (365). AUTODOC recommends:
Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
Step 7

Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
Step 8

Pump the fuel out of the fuel filter housing. Use a hand-operated fluid syringe.
Step 9

Clean the fuel filter housing and the cover.
Step 10

Install a new fuel filter.

Replacement: fuel filter – VW PASSAT Kasten/Kombi (365). Tip:
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.Attention! Use quality filters – VW PASSAT Kasten/Kombi (365).
Step 11

Install and tighten the cap of the fuel filter housing. Use Torx T15. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 12

Tighten the fasteners of the fuel filter housing cover. Use Torx T15. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 6 Nm torque.
Step 13

Connect the scan and service tool and set the fuel system to operating mode. This is necessary so that the fuel system fills completely with fuel.
Step 14

Switch on the ignition.

Step 15

Disconnect the scan and service tool.

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 – VW PASSAT Kasten/Kombi (365). Professionals recommend:
To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.

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