New Beetle L5-2.5L (BPS) (2006)
Fuel Filter: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
Engine Code BPS (Plastic Fuel Tank)
Fuel Filter
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Fuel container
Removing
‹› Observe the safety precautions. Refer to => [ Safety Precautions ] See: Fuel Tank/Description and Operation.
‹› Observe the rules for cleanliness. Refer to => [ Clean Working Conditions ] See: Fuel Tank/Description and Operation.
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Place the container underneath the fuel filter.
CAUTION!
Fuel system is under pressure!
‹› Wear protective goggles and protective clothing to prevent injuries and contact with skin.
‹› Before loosening the line connections, place a cloth around the connection point. Then release pressure by carefully loosening the line
connection.
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Disconnect the fuel lines - 1, 2 and 3 -, press in the securing ring to do so.
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Remove the bolt - 4 -.
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Remove the fuel filter.
Installing
Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal. When doing this note the following:
The direction of flow is marked on the filter housing with arrows.
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Bleed the fuel supply system. Refer to => [ Fuel System, Bleeding ] See: Fuel Tank/Description and Operation.
Fuel Filter Installed Position