When to replace the Fuel Filter on your BMW 3 SERIES
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 12 month / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW 3 Touring (E46) 320 d, BMW 3 Touring (E46) 318 d View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change fuel filter BMW 3 (E46) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Fuel Filter for 3 Touring (E46) and other BMW models
Tools
Replacement: fuel filter – BMW E46 touring. List of the tools you'll need:
Torx bit T30
Drive socket # 7
Crow bar
Ratchet wrench
Fender cover
Replacement: fuel filter – BMW E46 touring. 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 – BMW E46 touring. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Fuel Filter on BMW 3 Touring (E46) 1999 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace BMW 3 Touring (E46) 320d 2.0 2000 Fuel Filter - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
    BMW 3 Touring (E46) 320i 2.2 2001 Fuel Filter replacement: free workshop manuals
    Loosen the fastening clamps of the fuel filter pipes. Use a drive socket #7.
  4. Step 4
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    Detach the fuel pressure sensor connector.
  5. Step 5
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    Unscrew the fastener of the fuel pressure sensor. Use Torx T30.
  6. Step 6
    How to replace Fuel Filter on BMW 3 Touring (E46) 2004: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the fuel pressure sensor.
  7. Step 7
    How hard is it to do yourself: Fuel Filter replacement on BMW 3 Touring (E46) 330xd 2.9 2005 - download illustrated guide
    Detach the tubes from the fuel filter. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 8
    Need to know how to renew Fuel Filter on BMW 3 SERIES 1999? This free workshop manual will help you to do it yourself
    Loosen the fuel filter mounting. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 9
    Changing of Fuel Filter on BMW 3 Touring (E46) 2000 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Remove the fuel filter. Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
  10. Step 10
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    Install a new fuel filter.
    Replacement: fuel filter – BMW E46 touring. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    During installation, take care to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the fuel filter housing.Take care to only use quality filters.
  11. Step 11
    Replacing Fuel Filter on BMW 3 Touring (E46) 2002 320d 2.0 by yourself
    Tighten the fuel filter fasteners. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
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