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How do you replace the diesel filter of the Citroën C3?

Model: Citroen C3 SC - Years 2009-2016
Part: Diesel fuel filter

To replace the fuel filter on the Citroën C3, you need to open the hood to locate the filter box, which will be found in the upper left part compared to the engine block. To locate it, you will need to loosen the tubes connected to it in order to free it from the support screws: the filter inside can then be removed and replaced with a new one. After the replacement, you can position and secure the filter box again to ensure that everything is working correctly.

Posted on 20 May 2025 by ScegliAuto

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