Changing the fuel filter on Volkswagen Golf IV - 1.9 TDI

Undo the 4 clamps on the diesel hoses

Remove the 4 fuel filter fasteners with a flat screwdriver

Loosen the fuel filter

Remove the fuel filter

Check the correspondence between the new filter and the old fuel filter

Pull the clips with pliers

Pull the connector upwards

Reposition the connector in the correct direction on the new diesel filter without forgetting the clips

Perform this operation over a tray

Carefully follow the direction of the arrows on the fuel filter

Reconnect the hoses:

the return hose (blue arrow)

The inlet hose (white arrow)

The return hose

Remove the cap

Connect the primer bulb

Pump the fuel bulb until the fuel runs out.

Remove the hose from the primer bulb

Replace the fastener to tighten the fuel filter

Insert the outlet hose (white arrow)

Clean the fuel filter with a rag

Replace the fastener to tighten the diesel filter

Snap it down and then screw it in

Reposition the clamps to hold the hoses

Proceed to start the engine