A3 Quattro V6-3.2L (CBRA) (2009)
Fuel Filter: Service and Repair
Fuel Filter with Fuel Pressure Regulator, MPI
Fuel Filter with Fuel Pressure Regulator, MPI
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Reservoir
Removing
Observe safety precautions => [ Safety Precautions ] See: Fuel Delivery and Air Induction/Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Safety
Precautions/Fuel Supply System.
Observe rules for cleanliness => [ Clean Working Conditions ] See: Fuel Delivery and Air Induction/Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage
Warnings/Clean Working Conditions/Fuel Supply System.
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Place drip tray under fuel filter.
CAUTION!
There is a risk of injury because the fuel is under high pressure.
‹› Before opening the fuel system, lay a clean cloth around the connection point and carefully loosen it, which lowers the pressure.
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Disconnect fuel lines - 1 -, - 2 - and - 3 - by pressing release buttons.
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Remove bolt - 4 -.
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Remove fuel filter.
Installing
‹› Tightening specifications => [ Fuel filter with Fuel Pressure Regulator, MPI, Assembly Overview ] See: Fuel filter with Fuel Pressure Regulator,
MPI, Assembly Overview.
Installation is in reverse order of removal, note the following:
Installed location:
‹› The direction of flow is marked on filter housing with arrows.
‹› Pin - 2 - on filter housing must engage in recess of guide - 1 - on filter bracket.