When should I change my fuel filter TDI?
As with all automotive maintenance and service that your VW will need, a schedule that includes fuel filter replacement can be found in the owner’s manual. For most modern Volkswagen models, this means replacing the fuel filter every 20,000 miles.
Do you have to prime diesel fuel filter?
Priming the Fuel Filter Manually When changing out a fuel filter, it becomes necessary to remove any air bubbles that have been introduced into your fuel system. Additionally, you need to prime the fuel filter to ensure fuel is circulating in your fuel system once again.
Can a dirty diesel fuel filter cause starting problems?
Unless totally blocked, rarely will a bad fuel filter keep your engine from starting. On a vehicle where a fuel filter has never been changed, the dirty filter can cause erratic fuel flow, resulting in longer than usual cranking before the engine starts.
Where do I Find my VW fuel filter maintenance schedule?
Your maintenance schedule can be found at vw.com. You have to select your model, and then click on “full schedule” at the bottom of the page. The older fuel filters have a drain valve at the bottom of the filter. I’m not sure about your new Golf. do a search on the A5 forum pull the filter up, unscrew the white knob and let drain into a container.
Can you change the HPFP after changing the fuel filter?
The Bentley manual says nothing about priming the system after changing the fuel filter. It does however makes a big stink about priming the system after changing the HPFP itself, which of course makes sense, as the new HPFP would have no Diesel in it to lubricate the piston and roller.
How do you change the fuel filter in a Bentley?
Click to expand… When I change fuel filter I empty the canister and wipe it clean. I’ve posted this before from the electronic version of Bentleys: Cycle this a couple times, each run ~ 45seconds. Then turn on the “Aux Pump” located just to the left of the engine (passenger side).
How often should I Change my fuel filter?
The change interval is every 20k miles. Drain the water separator halfway between each replacement. So is it 10 or 20? The change interval is every 20k miles. Drain the water separator halfway between each replacement. Click to expand… How would I go about doing that? Your maintenance schedule can be found at vw.com.