Changing the fuel filter on Renault Twingo 1

The fuel filter is located under the car at the tank level, in the area circled in red

lift the car with the jack

place a jack stand under the left rear arm and remove the jack

I use a pit so I don't need to lift the car but it will be better to raise the car if you are working on the ground (flat ground of course).

unscrew the retaining screw using a cross-head screwdriver

spread the retaining strap

and take out the filter

Before we even continue, we'll make sure we have the right filter.

We can compare the shape and diameter but only the reference will really tell us about compatibility.

The filter has a mounting direction. It is absolutely essential to respect it.

It is indicated by an arrow on the old filter

as on the new filter

it can be indicated by an arrow on the strap to avoid any errors

The fuel system is under pressure. It is not a high pressure (around 3 bars) but be aware that fuel will spray when you disconnect (gloves and goggles recommended).

place a bucket or drip tray under the filter

press the 2 colored tabs on the connector (I use multi-grip pliers)

and pull to disconnect

Again, be careful of the gasoline that will come out.

plug the filter if possible (I use the cap supplied with the new filter)

use the multi-grip pliers to press the colored tabs on the connectors

and pull to unplug

empty the contents of the filter into the bin (remove the cap if you put one in as I did in the previous step)

We will take everything to the recycling center for recycling.

present the new filter correctly (meaning)

clip the 2 hoses (you should hear a "click")

Move aside the plastic strap and place the filter in its housing

position the strap correctly

and tighten the retaining screw using the Phillips screwdriver

turn the ignition on several times to prime the circuit

and start

If the car stalls, insist a little (the system normally restarts very quickly).

check for leaks under the car

lift the car with the jack and remove the candle stand