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Replace fuel filter Audi A3 II - 2.0 TDi 140cv

Simple maintenance operation

  1. 
Le filtre à carburant is in this tank

Unscrew the 5 screws using a screwdriver type Torx T20

Disconnect a hose then lift the cover to make it easier to open the cover
    • Le filtre à carburant is in this tank

    • Unscrew the 5 screws using a screwdriver type Torx T20

    • Disconnect a hose then lift the cover to make it easier to open the cover

  2. 
When the cover is removed, remove the filter using a tournevis

Empty the tank completely with a chiffon clean the bottom there may be deposit
    • When the cover is removed, remove the filter using a tournevis

    • Empty the tank completely with a chiffon clean the bottom there may be deposit

  3. 
After comparing the old and new filters, slide the filter into the tank

After comparing the old and new filters, slide the filter into the tank
    • After comparing the old and new filters, slide the filter into the tank

  4. 
Using a cloth, remove the old seal by pinching it.

Make sure that the joint is well positioned in the throat
    • Using a cloth, remove the old seal by pinching it.

    • Make sure that the joint is well positioned in the throat

  5. 
Replace the lid on the tank, be careful with the foolproofing device :-)

Place the 5 screws and tighten them

The "star" tightening pattern is not a requirement.
    • Replace the lid on the tank, be careful with the foolproofing device :-)

    • Place the 5 screws and tighten them

    • The "star" tightening pattern is not a requirement.

    • Reconnect the hose

    • Before starting the vehicle, turn the ignition on several times to fill the diesel tank.

Finish Line

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kinnelaurent

Member since: 3/2/16

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Good morning,

I solved my problem in the following way.

I think it depends on your car model. But you had to do the purge manipulation with Vcds (see: https://www.vag-perf.fr/vagcom/tutoriel-...) we can clearly hear the pump starting…

Also before I erased the calculator faults but not sure if it is essential.

Then you have to start but hold the key firmly and insist on turning the starter until the engine starts. I didn't dare pull the starter too much at first for fear of wearing out the battery with all my previous attempts but it was necessary to put the fuel back into the circuits I suppose

olivierchantefoin - Resolved on Release Reply

Thank you, that helped me a lot, I did as you said and it worked.

elhadji.mla -

For info I just ran a VAG diagnostic and I found the two fault codes:

5227 - injection/fuel system pressure

5523 - Engine computer blocked

olivierchantefoin - Resolved on Release Reply

Good morning,

Very good tutorial thank you. On the other hand I encountered the same problem as Vincent. Has anyone found the solution?

I turned the keys as instructed and then started the engine which ran for 30 seconds then stalled. Since then no start. The diesel is no longer coming I think.

I also tried the vcds procedure described here https://www.vag-perf.fr/vagcom/tutoriel-... but still nothing.. :-(

I am desperate..

I have an Audi A3 2.0.TDI 170hp from 2011.

Thank you for your help

olivierchantefoin - Resolved on Release Reply

Hello, to re-prime the filter, it is very simple, it is done automatically, that is to say, make three or more turns of the key without starting, of course, while the filter fills up and the air evacuates. Good mechanics to all and very good tutorial.

ross coach - Resolved on Release Reply

Great tutorial, unfortunately I didn't read the comments and I didn't refill the tank to the brim, so the car won't start anymore, I think there's air in the circuit, if anyone has an idea to get it going again, I'm all ears!

thanks in advance

vincent bezoles - Resolved on Release Reply

It couldn't be clearer, thank you very much for all these explanations.

Fab - 22/12/2017

jesse brown - Resolved on Release Reply

great!!! WELL EXPLAINED

ross coach - Resolved on Release Reply

Very good tutorial on filling the diesel tank

Julien L'Huillier - Resolved on Release Reply

Good, detailed tutorial, but it is not necessary to disconnect one of the pipes. I also recommend filling the tank to the brim with GO, this allows you to restart without problems and without the help of a diagnostic tool that not everyone has...

floreal ramirez - Resolved on Release Reply

A very detailed tutorial. A little extra help: fill the tank with diesel using the new filter, or bleed the air from the fuel system using a diagnostic tool; this will make restarting easier.

geniemeca68 - Resolved on Release Reply

the diesel filter we just explained to you there!

pascalbarre29450 - Resolved on Release Reply

Very well explained

Is it possible to do the air filter, diesel filter and oil change?

Thank you!!! For your video

jean claud torresani - Resolved on Release Reply

The Oscaro team thanks you

thibaut.ansaldi -

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