1. Before any work is undertaken, the pressure in the fuel line will have to be relieved. This is done by disabling the electric fuel pump before starting the engine 2. To disable the fuel pump, first remove the fuel pump fuse from the fuse box. Ensure parking brake is on and start the engine. The car should run briefly before the engine cuts out, meaning the pressure in the fuel lines has been reduced 3. Turn off the engine and disconnect the fuel lines from the filter 4. Compare the existing filter with the new one before disconnecting. The filters should have an arrow indicating which way the fuel passes through 5. If the new filter doesn't have any arrows, make a note of the direction the existing filter is installed and look to replicate this 6. Remove the old filter and replace it with the new one, ensuring everything is refitted securely 7. Reattach the fuel lines securely and replace the fuel pump fuse in the fuse box 8. Start the engine and inspect the new filter for any leaks |