1999 Volkswagen Golf fuel filter location

1999 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
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1999 Volkswagen Golf Front Wheel Drive Automatic

Car will not start after running out of fuel, tank has been filled, thinking might be plugged fuel filter, need to know where fuel filter is located. Also is fuel pump fused?
Aug 22, 2010 at 6:19 PM
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Most likely a mix ofclogged filter as well as needing to prime up system after running out of fuel. Go ahead and replace the fuel filter, located under the car next to the fuel pump reservoir and looks like a large, metal container. After it is replaced, insert key into ignition and turn it without cranking. You should hear the fuel pump buzz for 3 or 4 seconds. Turn key back off then back on without cranking. Do this several cycles then attempt to start engine.
Aug 22, 2010 at 6:33 PM
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