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How to Replace the Diesel Filter

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Diesel fuel filter

How to replace the car's diesel filter? Let's see how to remove the filter and replace it. Lift the front bonnet, locate the diesel filter as shown in the video. Use a large screwdriver to unscrew the screws securing the cap of the container (you can also use a socket spanner) where the diesel filter is located. Once the filter is removed, take it out of the vehicle (replace it with a new filter). Finally, fit the filter to the attached diesel filter container (connect hoses and cables) and tighten the screws on the cover.

Updated on 17 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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How to Open the Bonnet on the Lancia Y

To open the bonnet on this vehicle, follow these simple instructions: first, open the driver's door and locate the lever positioned just below the dashboard, marked with an image of the vehicle with the bonnet open. Pull this lever towards you until you hear a "click" indicating the bonnet is released. Next, exit the cabin and stand in front of the bonnet to disengage the safety catch and complete the opening. To do this, slightly lift the bonnet, locate the yellow lever underneath, and pull it to the left to fully release and open the bonnet.

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