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Fuel Filter: Service and Repair



Replacing Fuel Filter (M62, M54)

Special tools required:
- 13 3 010

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.

Remove fuel pressure regulator. Service and Repair







Seal fuel feed line before and after fuel filter with two special tools 13 3 010.
This prevents excessive discharge of fuel from the fuel lines.

NOTE:
Mark fuel lines on fuel filter.
This prevents the fuel lines from being installed incorrectly on the fuel filter.







Release clips (1).
Detach fuel lines (2) from fuel filter.

Installation:
Replace clips.







Release screws.
Remove fuel filter (1) from holders (2).