Fuel filter location

Tiny
GARY LONG2
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  • 2001 VOLVO V40
  • 1.9L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 148,000 MILES
Car is sluggish to start. Fuel filter is original. Battery okay. Alternator okay.

Is is possible to change the filter (if it is underneath the car) without a lift?

Wednesday, December 26th, 2018 AT 7:26 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
  • 109,885 POSTS
Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros.

It's going to be tight if you don't lift the car. The filter is located near the driver's side rear wheel. It will be along the frame.

Here is a link that shows in general how one is replaced:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-a-fuel-filter

Here are the directions specific to replacement for your vehicle. The attached pictures correlate with these directions.

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REPLACING FUEL FILTER
Replacing Fuel Filter

Special Tools: 999 5666

Draining fuel system
- Drain fuel system according to Draining the fuel injection system.

Removing fuel filter

Front side:

Carefully release the quick-release connectors by pressing the fuel lines towards the filter (A) while moving the black circlip backwards (B), together with the fuel line. Use tool 999 5666.

Rear side:
Press the fuel line locking part in and pull the fuel line off.
Remove the clamp and remove the fuel filter.

Installing fuel filter

Install the new filter and carefully reconnect fuel hoses. Check that the quick-release connectors are secure by pulling them.
Secure filter on the bracket with the clamp.
Start the engine and check for leakage.

Removing special tools
See draining the fuel injection system.

Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

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