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Replacing the Diesel Fuel Filter

Model: Renault Modus MK 1 - Years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Diesel fuel filter

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Regularly replacing the fuel filter is a simple operation that should be done frequently to maintain optimal performance. The filter is located under the vehicle's body, so to access it, lift the car and secure it, then remove the right wheel.

Remove the plastic cover and subsequently take off the protective cover of the filter by unscrewing the relevant screws. Place a plastic sheet in the work area to catch any diesel that may spill.

Use a rubber hose to drain the contents of the filter into a container. The filter is secured with a front and rear bracket that must be removed to allow the removal of the hose clamps holding it to the fuel line.

Fill the new filter with fuel using a syringe. Install the new filter, ensuring the flow direction indicated by an arrow on the filter itself is correct.

Refit the protective cover. Operate the emergency diesel pump to allow new fuel to flow to the injection pump before unscrewing the valve on the fuel line to let air escape.

Clean up any spilled fuel residues thoroughly to prevent fire hazards.


Updated on 2 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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