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How to Change the Diesel Filter on the Ford Kuga

Model: Ford Kuga C394, MK 1 - Years 2008-2012
Part: Diesel fuel filter

The diesel filter for the 2.0 engine of this model is the classic cartridge or immersion type filter and is located on the right side of the engine bay, on the passenger side, near the engine side support; once you have removed the plastic cover, the filter seat is easily accessible, disconnect the fuel inlet and outlet pipes by pressing on the appropriate clips, then remove the protective cover and rotate the cap to release and extract the old filter; install the new filter and the new O-ring seal.

Updated on 22 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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