2001 BMW X5 Fuel Filter

2001 BMW X5
170,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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MANSFIELDX5
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How do I change the fuel filter?
Jul 15, 2009 at 5:52 PM
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Below are the proper replacement procedures for your vehicle's fuel filter..


REMOVAL:

Properly relieve the fuel system pressure

Remove or disconnect the following:
Negative battery cable

Fuel pressure regulator and seal the fuel line before and after the filter with special tool 13-3-010
Clips and fuel line from the filter
Fuel filter


INSTALLATION:

Install or connect the following:
New fuel filter
Fuel lines onto the correct fittings. Tighten the fuel line clamps until tight, but not to the point where the fuel lines become excessively pinched or damaged, then tighten the mounting bracket until snug.
Negative battery cable and cycle the ignition ON then OFF several times

Start the vehicle and check for leaks, repair if necessary.
Jul 15, 2009 at 8:19 PM