Fuel Filter Replacement on Jack Stands
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Fuel Filter Replacement on Jack Stands
Hello Everyone,
I’m preparing to do some summer maintenance. How difficult is it to replace the fuel filter on a 2000 A4 1.8 Quattro on jack stands? I am comfortable doing most maintenance jobs, while working under jack stands. However, after doing some research around the forum…I am a little worried about dropping the fuel tank to replace the filter. I’m planning to use the this DIY:
https://www.audiworld.com/tech/eng49.shtml.
Do you guy’s have any suggestions or tips for making the filter replacement process easier?
I’m preparing to do some summer maintenance. How difficult is it to replace the fuel filter on a 2000 A4 1.8 Quattro on jack stands? I am comfortable doing most maintenance jobs, while working under jack stands. However, after doing some research around the forum…I am a little worried about dropping the fuel tank to replace the filter. I’m planning to use the this DIY:
https://www.audiworld.com/tech/eng49.shtml.
Do you guy’s have any suggestions or tips for making the filter replacement process easier?
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I just did the fuel filter last week on my 96 a4 quattro 2.8 on jack stands and the picture on your diy looks the same. It was a VERY tight squeeze, the gas tank wont actually drop much. Once you take the tank straps off, you'll need an allen wrench to undo the strap holding the filter to the tank. Once you get that off, you can pull the filter straight down but watch all 3 gas lines.
Now, my new filter came with copper washers for both sides of both banjo fittings. But it leaked with the new washers so i just went with the old ones. Make sure you dont install the filter backwards.
Now, my new filter came with copper washers for both sides of both banjo fittings. But it leaked with the new washers so i just went with the old ones. Make sure you dont install the filter backwards.
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Thanks for tip. I was planning to attempt changing the filter when the tank goes down to 1/4 or almost on empty in order to reduce its weight as I lower it. Did you have trouble reinstalling the tank straps? I got an oem filter, which came with new washers so, I hope they will work or I'll have to reuse the old washers.
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Looking at the factory procedure in ALLDATAdiy, OEM recommends replacing a gasket and sealing ring during the replacement process.
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I just replaced the fuel filter on my 2.8 over the weekend. If you're worried about jack stands, use a set of $40 rhino ramps instead.
The fuel filter is indeed very snug and I had to undo the fuel tank straps to remove it.
Here are some hints:
+ Try to use the correct OEM filter. I used a third-party filter and it has a larger diameter than the OEM filter, making replacement a bigger pain. I wished I had spent the extra $15 for the OEM filter.
+ You'll need a 20mm wrench to hold the filter while you loosen the bottom 19mm banjo bolt.
+ Try not to let the straps snap off the tank -- they're a pain to snap back on (you'll see what I mean)
+ Use a big zip tie to replace the 8mm triple-square filter retaining strap
The fuel filter is indeed very snug and I had to undo the fuel tank straps to remove it.
Here are some hints:
+ Try to use the correct OEM filter. I used a third-party filter and it has a larger diameter than the OEM filter, making replacement a bigger pain. I wished I had spent the extra $15 for the OEM filter.
+ You'll need a 20mm wrench to hold the filter while you loosen the bottom 19mm banjo bolt.
+ Try not to let the straps snap off the tank -- they're a pain to snap back on (you'll see what I mean)
+ Use a big zip tie to replace the 8mm triple-square filter retaining strap
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My main concern was being able to maneuver the fuel tank while laying under the car, since most people seem to have trouble reconnecting the straps. I bought the OEM filter a few weeks ago but I haven't had time to replace, due to work and school.
Did you have trouble removing the bolts on the filter? I'm certain that my filter has not been replaced in a few years, so I'm preparing for the worst.
Did you have trouble removing the bolts on the filter? I'm certain that my filter has not been replaced in a few years, so I'm preparing for the worst.
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I have had problems using the copper crush washers. Sometimes they leak. Aluminum seals better, in my experience. Also, I have had good luck with the Bosch filters in B5. I can confirm that the Wix filter is built "backwards."
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