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Replacing the Fuel Filter on BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Part: Diesel fuel filter

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How to replace the fuel filter on a BMW 3 Series? Let's see in this video how to perform the replacement. Open the car door and pull up the hood release lever located at the bottom left of the dashboard, lift the hood and secure it. Remove the engine soundproofing panel, then, using a socket wrench, loosen the tightening bolt of the cap located above the filter (disconnect the wires and various hoses from the filter) where it is located.

Extract the fuel filter and replace it with a new one. Finally, reassemble the fuel filter housing (connect the hoses and wires) and tighten the screws. Close the hood finally.


Updated on 14 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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