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Golf Mk5

Removing and installing fuel filter
Removing and installing fuel filter
Special tools and workshop equipment required
t  Receptacle for fuel
Removing
Observe safety precautions → Chapter
Observe rules for cleanliness → Chapter.
–  Place container under fuel filter.
  WARNING
The fuel supply line is under pressure! Wear eye protection and protective clothing to avoid injuries and skin contact. Before loosening hose connections, wrap a cloth around the connection. Then release pressure by carefully pulling hose off connection.
   
–  Pull off fuel lines -1-, -2- and -3- by pressing release buttons.
–  Remove bolts -4-.
–  Remove fuel filter.
Installing
Installation is carried out in the reverse order. When installing, note the following:
Direction of flow is indicated with an arrow on filter housing.
–  Bleed fuel system → Chapter.
  A20-1082
Installation position
Pin -2- on filter housing must engage in notch of guide -1- in filter bracket.
Torque settings:
  A20-1133
ComponentNm
Retaining clamp for fuel filter3

   

Checking fuel pump > < Assembly overview - fuel filter with attachments