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Change Car Fuel Filter

Easy 0h45 ~75£
Estimated time 0h45
Estimated labour cost ~75£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
159 2005-2012 11
  • 1.8 16V 200 TBi Petrol (939B1000)
  • 1.9 16V 136 JTDm Diesel (939A8000)
  • 1.9 16V 150 JTDm Diesel (939A2000)
  • 1.9 8V 115 JTDm Diesel (939A7000)
  • 1.9 8V 120 JTDm Diesel (939A1000)
  • 2.0 16V 136 JTDm Diesel (939B4000)
  • 2.0 16V 165 JTDm Diesel (844A2000)
  • 2.0 16V 170 JTDm Diesel (939B3000)
  • 2.0 16V 170 JTDm Diesel (939B5000)
  • 2.4 20V 200 JTDm Diesel (939A3000)
  • 2.4 20V 210 JTDm Diesel (939A9000)

What is the role of the Alfa Romeo 159 fuel filter?

The fuel filter retains all impurities from the fuel circuit. Modern injection systems operate at extremely high pressures with very fine tolerances, making effective fuel filtration critical to prevent damage to injectors and the high-pressure pump.

When should you change the Alfa Romeo 159 fuel filter?

Generally replace every 20,000–60,000 km depending on the manufacturer. The filter should also be replaced if the vehicle has been left standing for a long period or if contaminated fuel has been used.

Is it difficult to change the Alfa Romeo 159 fuel filter?

Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy. Key steps: locate the filter, disconnect any electrical connectors, remove the old filter, fit the new filter with new seals, prime the fuel system, start the engine and check for leaks.