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Offline .Ben.

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Fuel Filter - GT SPORT 170 TDI
« on: July 10, 2014, 06:16:37 pm »
Hi guys,

Is the process for changing the fuel filter on my car a simple as it appears?

I'm a little scared that I've read various sources that seem to imply I need to prime the system with VCDS, post swap.

Can anyone help?

Car is a 2008 GT Sport with the 2.0 170 PD engine.

Thanks.  :happy2:
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« Reply #1 on: July 10, 2014, 10:01:25 pm »
I've done it on my tdi 140 without having to prime.
To help it along, you could top up the fuel filter before refitting the cover.
It may take a few tries of turning over but will start eventually.

Jas
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Re: Fuel Filter - GT SPORT 170 TDI
« Reply #2 on: July 10, 2014, 10:10:16 pm »
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Re: Fuel Filter - GT SPORT 170 TDI
« Reply #3 on: July 10, 2014, 10:42:13 pm »
The first time I saw mine done I suggested to Alex to turn the ignition on and off a few times without starting. This cycles the lift pump and will fill the filter housing. Never had any issues getting it started using this method  :happy2:
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