Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

Replacing Fuel Filter (N62)

Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Switch off ignition

Recycling
The fuel in the fuel lines is under pressure (approx. 3 to 5 bar):
Fuel emerges when the fuel lines are disconnected from the fuel filter.
Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Removing fuel tank underbody protection on left:







Release screws (1).
Loosen screws (2).







Release screws (1) on rear left wheel arch trim.







Carefully press wheel arch trim to one side.
Release screw (1).







Release screws (1).







Release screws (1) and (2).
Unscrew nuts (3).







Lower fuel tank underbody protection (1) only until access to pressure regulator is unhindered.

NOTE:
Mark fuel lines on fuel filter.
This prevents the fuel lines from being installed incorrectly on the fuel filter.
The fuel pressure regulator is integrated in the fuel filter and cannot be replaced.







Unlock and disconnect fuel lines (1).
Pull off vacuum hose (2).
Unfasten screws.
Remove fuel filter (3).