Changing the fuel filter - Citroën C2

The fuel filter is attached to the left side of the engine.

Remove the covers from the battery

Remove the cover on the engine.

Remove the air intake cover.

Remove the air filter cover mounting screws using a T20 torx screwdriver.

Remove the air duct fixing screw, then disconnect it and separate the 2 ducts.

Remove the fixing screw Torx T20 from the vacuum pipe flange, on the filter housing, then move it aside.

Remove the housing fixing screw, torx T20.

Disconnect the supply and return lines, pinching their white tab to unlock them.

Allow the fuel to flow by sealing the pipes using the plug supplied with the new filter. And a cloth under the filter.

Release the box from its support by pivoting it, counterclockwise, around its rear anchor point.

Pull the housing upwards to carefully release it, then disconnect the electric heater connector located under the filter.

Check that the new fuel filter corresponds to the old one.

Proceed to reinstall the box correctly on its support, as well as the screws. Then connect the pipes.

The pump to re-prime the fuel circuit is located on the other side of the air filter.

To purge the air, press the primer bulb with your hand until you feel resistance.

Check the circuit for leaks and replace the covers.