Fig. 2–14. Fastening elements of the fuel filter of the V6 TDI diesel engine: 1 – plug of the hole for draining water, 4 N·m; 2, 3 – fuel supply hoses; 4 – spring clamp; 5 – nut; 6 – control valve
Pull and remove the spring clip 4 securing the control valve (see Fig. 2–14).
Remove the control valve together with the connected pipes.
Loosen the clamps and remove fuel supply hoses 2 and 3 from the fuel filter fittings.
Loosen nut 5 of the bracket and remove the fuel filter valve.
Slide the plastic mounting sleeve onto the new fuel filter.
Install the fuel filter into the bracket and secure the bracket clamp with the nut.
Fill the new fuel filter with clean diesel fuel, this will ensure fast engine start.
Install the sealing ring and adjusting valve in place and secure them with the spring clip.
Install fuel supply hoses 2 and 3 on fuel filter and secure them with clamps.