Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

How to Replace the Fuel Filter on a Volkswagen Polo.

Model: Volkswagen Polo Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5, MK V, 6R - Years 2009-2017
Part: Diesel fuel filter

In this video tutorial, you will see how to replace the fuel filter on a Volkswagen Polo 1.6 TDI by following some essential steps: the manufacturer recommends replacing the filter every 56,000 miles and checking it at 37,000 miles. The first step is to purchase a new diesel filter; the next step is to lift the bonnet and secure it with the appropriate prop. Place a cloth around the filter container as it may splash when full. Using a Torx key size 20, unscrew the screws of the diesel filter cover. Once all screws are removed, lift the cover; if it does not open, use a flathead screwdriver to pry it open. Remove the old filter and use a suitable syringe to suck out the diesel inside the basket (water accumulates in the basket due to the separation process). Replace the old filter with the new one and reassemble all parts in reverse order.

Updated on 4 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

Video tutorial

Related tutorials

Replacing the Fuel Filter on a VW Polo
Volkswagen Polo (2001-2009 / MK IV, Polo IV, Polo 4, MK 4, 9N) Replacing the fuel filter on a Volkswagen Polo? Here’s how to remove it from under the car. Lift the car on a column lift, locate the fuel filter und…
How do you replace the diesel fuel filter in the Volkswagen Polo 5 1.6 TDI?
How do you replace the diesel fuel filter in the Volkswagen Polo 5 1.6 TDI?
Volkswagen Polo (2009-2017 / Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5, MK V, 6R) In the video tutorial available to us, there is a very well-made step-by-step explanation of how to replace the diesel filter of the Volkswagen Polo …
Replacement of the fuel filter of the Volkswagen Polo 5
Replacement of the fuel filter of the Volkswagen Polo 5
Volkswagen Polo (2009-2017 / Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5, MK V, 6R) To replace the fuel filter of the Volkswagen Polo, we put the car on a lift and raise it to a height that allows us to work underneath the chassis. W…

Other guides you may be interested in

How to Replace the Cabin Filter on the Opel Grandland X

If you own an Opel Grandland X and want to know the steps to replace the cabin air filter, carefully read the following guide and follow the described steps. First, enter the vehicle and go to the passenger side. Then, locate the box containing the air filter in the lower side area of the dashboard. Remove the cover of the box and finally replace the old filter with the new one. Refit the cover, and you are done.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos