Fuel Filter Replacement Petrol

The fuel filter is an integral part of the fuel pump assembly and must be replaced as an assembly. For replacement refer to Primary Fuel Tank Module Replacement.

Caution: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Caution in the Preface section.

Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.

Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in the Preface section.

1. Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement.
2. Remove the primary fuel tank module assembly from the fuel tank. Refer to Primary Fuel Tank Module Replacement.



3. Disconnect the fuel level sensor connector (4) and unclip the wiring from the harness securing clips (5).
4. Unlock the locking clip (3) and gently push the fuel level sensor upwards.
5. Remove the fuel level sensor (1) from the lower half of the primary fuel tank module assembly (2).



6. Press down on the primary fuel tank module assembly upper half and remove the circlip (3) from the shaft (4).
7. Separate the upper halve (1) and lower halve (2) of the primary fuel tank module assembly.



8. Remove the spring (6) from the primary fuel tank module assembly (5).
9. Unclip the piping (4) with a suitable tool.
10. Unclip the connector (7) with a suitable tool.
11. Make a note of the routing of the pipes (1) and (3).
12. Carefully remove the fuel pump housing (2) from the primary fuel tank module assembly (5).



13. Carefully pry the fuel filter (2) from the fuel pump housing (3).

1. Locate and attach the fuel filter (1) to the fuel pump housing (3).



2. Fit a NEW O-ring seal (1) to the fuel outlet (2) and lubricate the NEW O-ring seal with an approved lubricant.



3. Route pipes (1) and (3) as noted earlier.
4. Press down on connector and listen for an audible click to confirm fitment.
5. Locate and install the fuel pump housing (2) into the primary fuel tank module assembly (5).
6. Locate and install the piping (4) to the primary fuel tank module assembly (5). Listen for audible click to confirm fitment.
7. Install the spring (6) to the fuel tank module assembly (5).



8. Assemble the primary fuel tank module assembly (1) and (2).
9. Press down on the primary fuel tank module assembly and install the circlip (3) to the shaft (4).



10. Locate and install the fuel tank level sensor (1) to the primary fuel tank module assembly (2). Make sure that the locking clip (3) engages.
11. Connect the fuel level sensor connector (4) and route the wiring through the harness securing clips (5).