Changing the fuel filter on Peugeot 307 - 2.0 HDi

Locate the fuel filter

Unscrew the bleed screw on the filter bowl to empty it

Place a basin under the car

Place a basin under the car, a drain pipe connected to the tank allows you to guide the fuel

Place a cloth around the tank, under the lid

Unlock the pipe by pressing the clips using a flat screwdriver

Pull the pipe to release it

There could be a bracket on the cooling hose that is blocking the passage of the fuel pipe, it must then be removed to free its passage

Repeat the same operation on the other pipe

With the help of a pawl, of a extension and a 22 socket, loosen the tank cover, gently about 1/4 turn

Remove the cover

A 6-sided socket is strongly recommended.

Recover the support spring, it has no assembly direction

Remove the fuel filter by simply pulling on it

Place a cloth in the tank to clean the bottom of various impurities

Compare the dimensions of the new filter with the old one

Compare the dimensions of the new gasket with the old one

Clean the tank cover with brake cleaner and a cloth

Apply brake cleaner to the tank and wipe it with a cloth.

Install the new gasket on the tank

Apply a drizzle of oil to the tank seal to facilitate tightening of the cover.

Replace the new filter in the tank, respecting its position by guiding the key

Replace the metal spring on top of the fuel filter

Place the lid back on the tank with the smaller hose connection towards the radiator

Keep the cover pressed on the spring then turn about 1/4 turn until it stops.

Connect the hose by pushing it all the way in

Repeat the operation on the second pipe

Tighten the tank bleed screw

Press the ignition several times to activate the fuel pump and fill the filter, then start the engine and let it run for a minute before setting off.