Change Car Fuel Filter Nissan Primastar
Change Car Fuel Filter
Easy
0h30–0h45
~50–75£
| Estimated time | 0h30–0h45 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~50–75£ |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Vehicles |
Primastar 2002-2016 16
|
What is the role of the Nissan Primastar 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 Nissan Primastar 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 Nissan Primastar 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.
2 models covered
| Model | Year Range | Engines covered | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primastar 2002-2016 | 2002-2016 | 1.6 dCi Diesel (R9M-408 (A4)), 1.9 dCi 100 Diesel (F9Q-760 (U7)), 1.9 dCi 80 Diesel (F9Q-762 (U7)), 2.0 16V 120 Petrol (F4R-820 (H8)), 2.0 16V Petrol (F4R-720 (L7)), 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-786 (M7)), 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 DPF Diesel (M9R-630 (A6)), 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 Diesel (M9R-7… | Diesel, Petrol |
| Primastar 2019-2025 | 2019-2025 | 2.0 dCi 110 Diesel (M9R-712 (Z7)), 2.0 dCi 130 Diesel (M9R-712 (Z7)), 2.0 dCi 150 Diesel (M9R-712 (Z7)), 2.0 dCi 170 Diesel (M9R-712 (Z7)) | Diesel |
