Audi A4 (B8) repairs. Episode 10, Fuel filter replacement (no VCDS).
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- I have now reached episode 10 in my series of repair videos for the 2008-2016 Audi A4 (b8)
An Item I overlooked when carrying out the service in episode 8 ( • Audi A4 (B8) repairs. ... ) was the diesel filter so I decided it was time to remedy that.
Not an expensive part at around £20 but a little bit inaccessible as it is fitted below the car.
This car is a 2.0 TDi so the process may be different on a petrol car.
The high pressure fuel pump needs to be primed after changing the filter. If you have access to VCDS or Vagcom you can do it via software but I chose to do it by manually purging the pump of air with a small hand pump.
Hope you find this video usefull and remember to check out the other videos in the series and dont forget to like and subscribe for the latest editions when they are published.
Take care,
Dave.
Disclaimer.
This video shows how I did the job. It is your responsibility to keep yourself safe if you choose to tackle this job. If you dont think you can safely complete the job then please contact a professional.
I cannot be held responsible for any damage you cause to yourself, your car or anybody else.
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If you found this video helpfull and it saved you spending a lot of money at a main dealer or garage then I would be really grateful if you could drop me a wee donation using the super thanks button and help me make more of these videos. Thank you all, Dave.
I love this type of videos!! And of course top editing as always! Keep going bro, i want to see more on this beautiful audi a4🔝
Thank you for the kind words. I will keep making these videos but hopefully not too often as each video means something broke 😀
Brilliant video, mate. Easy to see what you're doing. Little txt notes that are very useful. No chit chat waffle & your lazy "twin brother" for a little humour, plus putting the jack under the wheel, even though it's on axle stands (one of my Machine Mart/Clarke stands collapsed, as a long spring pin thing rusted away, the ratchet came free. I wasn't underneath the car!). Great idea for added safety!!
Thanks!! 👍. I watched at 2x speed.
Man i m from france i have the same car of yours.
I 'm industrial tech.
This type of video a really good, nothing to tell juste site down and see !
Many thanks for your video, wish you a great futur and long life to you' re audi a4b8 143.
Salutations de paris.
Thank you very much and I am glad you enjoyed the video. All the best, Dave.
Thanks a million...very clear and concise...
Just what i needed thanks bud.
Капец, я даже не подозревал что там есть что-то 🙂спасибо, молодцы 👍
Grazie mille, ottimo video.
Good video i have obd eleven with fuel filter priming on it but it's good to know you can do it this way aswell.
Thank you
Danke, thanks you, hvala, multumesc
Thanks
Thx
Great video mate. My son has an A4 Avant 1.8 TFSI S line. 1798cc 60 reg. He let the fuel run dry. Filled it up, been running like a dog since lol. I'm thinking fuel filter, as it might have dragged up crap from the tank. It's petrol, so I was hoping the fuel filter was under the bonnet lol. Not had chance to have a google around, as I've only just found out what model it is. Hopiong someone who reads this might know the location, When I get chance I will investigate further. And again, great video.
Thanks for the kind words. I have never worked on the petrol model so I cannot confirm the location of the filter for that car but here might be a good place to start the search.
@@AstonishingGlasgow We're dropping it off at the garage Wednesday morning :). The guy seemed to know what he was doing re the pressurised fuel system.
@@keva1700 hi did you find out if it was under the bonnet or under the back seats? Thanks
THE BEST VIDEOS ARE THOSE WITHOUT WORDS!!! TO THE PEOPLE THAT HAVE QUESTIONS PLEASE BE NICE AND SAY ALLWAYS "THANKS"... MUCHAS GRACIAS BTJustice!!!
Thank you for posting these videos they have been super helpful.
Have you come across any issues with your speakers only working out of the front left side only? Or heard of it if so what did you do to rectify this?
Thank you
Really glad you have found the videos helpful. Regarding speaker issues, mine have been fine but I have heard about the amplifiers in the left of the boot going faulty or getting wet and causing issues. Also a good idea to check the loom as it passes through the door gap incase a wire has broken and is shorting out the system.
it started quite hard. is it ok for the high pressure pump?
Way hay big man just did this for myself the night there. Bit of baw ache with the priming ball not working as it should but got their in the end. Great video great channel love the a4 stuff. One thing though i noticed when starting the car afterwards was a high pitch sound coming from behind the dash that wasnae there before i changed the filter and bled it. Did you have anything like that just wondering like.
Cheers mate and glad you found the video helpful. I dont recall any high pitched noise, I assume it was only noisy for a moment?
Hi quick question where did you get your fuel filter from I'm struggling to get one for my Audi A5 2.0l tfsi thanks
I think I ordered mine from amazon for convenience.
Non proprio cosi. La pompa ad alta pressione non deve girare a vuoto . Bisogna effettuare lo spurgo tramite VCDS . Comunque fin li ottimo video.
Recomendation for more maintain mate? From spain here i sat big hello to you i have caga code motor stronic autmatic 143 hp 2.0 tdi avant. Next time for me will be dmf flywheel and pre heaters spark plugs. I give him really good oil Castrol LL recomended for fabric but Ravenol( Ravenol Rep 5w30 or Ravenol VMP5w30) owns Castrol like 2X3X better or Extreme GTIVR2 or RedLine euroSeries included Amsoil Signature Series 5w30. German,usa and Rusia oils. Make some additive to the oil Liqui Moly Molygen motor protect 250ml and the coolant i recomend Ravenol OTC MOTORPROTECT G12+ antioxidant its really really good i replace him each change kit belt.
On my CAGA i Use redline Euro Series 5w40
Hi. Can you tell me the diameter (outside) from diesel return pipe on the engine,please, because i need to know to buy the pomp connections??!
It is a good while since I did the job so cant tell you the size. Buy a pump with a rubber pipe and clamp it down or use a length of fuel line and it should work fine.
@@AstonishingGlasgow👍
Hi , i have changed the o ring on the injector bicose i had a leak, after changing them I knew i had to bleed the fule but i found i video on changing the o ring for the fuel injector and in the manual that the guy worked from it was saying that the fuel pump is self bleeding i dont have to do anything just start the car and let it run , isn’t it the same with the fuel filter?
I dont know the full ins and outs of removing the injector but the injectors are after the high pressure pump so the pump wont run dry while it primes the injector. The fuel filter is before the pump so the pump would be running dry until it pulls fuel through the system and its the running dry that damages the pump.
Hey my car has been having a lot of issues to were the pumps keep getting messed up and my EPC light turns on kinda seems like not enough pressure is going to the engine might know why?
Not an easy thing to diagnose remotely, you may need to go through each part until you find the cause.
Can you explain the bleeding process , where can I find the tool to pump the fuel and what exactly are we looking to do when bleeding it
What you are looking to do is remove air from the high pressure pump. If it is full of air it wont pump fuel and if its not pumping fuel its not being lubricated and can fail sending metal through the fuel system. All I was using was a syphoning kit from amazon. I used the hand pump to draw the air out of the pump and as its a vacuum the air is replaced with diesel. If you are unsure then leave it to a professional.
@@AstonishingGlasgow ok thank you, would I be able to just replace the filter and have someone else pump the air out for me
You could but do not try and start the car until the system has been purged of air or you could cause serious damage.
Was there any issue with it starting before you replaced it? Or are you just routinely replacing it?
I was replacing it as part of the service I carried out in another video but the filter was on back order. I was having no running problems before swapping the filter.
How long did the bleed by hand take? Mine ran then konked out again but seems to not want to bleed by hand pump
For me it was bled in a couple of minutes.you don't need to bleed the filter as gravity takes care of that, just hand pump long enough to pull fuel through and that way the high pressure pump on the car is bled.
I have the same problem. Car hasn't gone in 3 weeks. 😭. Two computers on it and isn't throwing up s fault. Jordon did you get sorted???
Hi Mate, thanks for the video, i have audi 2.0 tfsi... will this filter fit or i need another one?
because i can't find the right one on ebay...
Im afraid you will need to check that out for yourself. I only have experience changing this one on my TDi.
@@AstonishingGlasgow OK thank you
2.0 TFSI 155kW part No.
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What is that filter next to is? Why is the same like the feul finter and dosen't need to be change??
Its not a filter its a pump. It has an electrical supply through the plug on the side.
Thanks for the video, is there a kit that can relocate/convert it to be more accessible? (I beleive there is one for the S4)
Thanks, I hope the video was useful. I really dont know if there is a kit to relocate the filter, I didnt find it too difficult to access. It looks quite protected where it is so if you relocate the filter, make sure its not vulnerable to damage.
Fantastic video. Thanks for posting as I have an A4. How often should the filter be replaced?
It will tell you in the handbook but its so easy to do I will probably just do it when changing the oil.
25-30.000km its fine . At the second change of the oil . Air filter each oil change and room air filter at 2nd oil it depends of how much contamination will take the car. Im an a4 avant b8 143hp caga code motor . If you wanna know more about maintain feel free to ask.
@@YeiDCalle i have A4 B8 2014 1.8 tfsi cjeb . Is it also so easy to replace fuel filter ?
@@krlpl6282 I am afraid I wouldnt know, the only Audi I have is the one in the video.
Service interval is 60.000 km for diesels
I like watch Your video's. What's the Jack,s to car? I see max weight it 3000kg ? Right?
Thanks. The axle stands are capable of holding 3000kg's each and are placed under a structural section to stop the risk of me holding the car up with my head.
If that was blocked would it cause and wobbling on the engine or cutting out please I’ve some problems with mine
If it was blocked then it would probably cause a feeling like a missfire or lack of power at high revs. It would need to be VERY blocked so it may not be the only issue, injectors may be a more likely cause but there could be a number of things causing your symptoms.
@@AstonishingGlasgow I’ve unplugged injectors one by one and they all make the engine go funny as I unplug so there working but not sure if there working 100%
Fuel rail sensor or regulator.
What model car is this? I’m trying to DIY my fuel filter replaced.
It is a 2008-2016 Audi A4 (B8)
Thanks for making this video! Very useful. What engine code do you have? CAHA?
No worries, glad it helped. This is a CAG engine.
How much kms mate it has ? Mine have 156.000 and starting to dmf flywheel call for a change . The car is incredibly good im happy with it
@@YeiDCalle This car is on around 160.000 KLM's. I bought the car with a huge file full of receipts from the main dealer and the clutch and flywheel were changed just a couple of years ago at great expense to the previous owner.
@@AstonishingGlasgow this is all about. Maintain and drive with health thanks for staying and showing. Im updating mine from year to year . Like i said next step will b dmf flywheel bymass here it cost around 450€
After how many km should one do this? I live in Switzerland . The fuel quality is very good here
I dont know what the service interval is I am afraid. I will be doing mine every second oil change unless I feel it needs it sooner. Its not expensive or overly difficult so could do it each oil change if you wanted peace of mind.
On petrol cars there is no service intervals. On diesels you should change them every 30k km~
@@patrickjensen3091 60K km. Just at fun fact, mine had done 90K when i changed, and it was not clogged or showed any symptoms.
Service interval is 60.000 km for diesels
is this repair the same for the sedan version ??
I would expect so but I dont have a saloon to confirm.
Same process for the B8 A5 with the 3.2?
I wouldnt know unfortunately. I imagine in principal, as long as you purge the air from the pump it would work but you would need to ensure you were happy to take the chance.
@@AstonishingGlasgow appreciate the honesty 👍🏽
Hi. What's next to that fuel filter? Thanks.
Low pressure push pump.
Thks😉
@@AstonishingGlasgow iam waiting that. i have a p0087.... next week i will change fuel filter.... when that error still there.... i want to see your video...
I changed this filter many times, and everytime i think this is stupid place for it, why not under the bonnet,?
I just assumed it was a matter of space under the bonnet. Its not exactly roomy under there but it may also be because its the lowest point between the engine and tank so a good place to trap sediment.
Hello I have a question can i flush the my car tank using this method the problem is i accidentally put in gasoline instead of diesel my cas is a 2.0L TDI AUDI A5 2010
I wouldnt like to advise on that Im afraid. If you ran gasoline through the system you may already have damaged the high pressure pump as gasoline dosnt act as a lubricant the way diesel does.
What size tube siphon did you use?
Thats a very specific question! I didnt pay much attention to be honest, its just a cheap hand pump/syphon from amazon clamped to the fuel line to seal it.
Car has electric pump , no need to draw fuel in by pump hose, when u replace filter , turn key in to 2nd position(dont start the engine) and u will hear buzzing underneath the car , do this few times before u actually start the engine and pump will prime itself.
The buzzing is the low pressure pump at the filter or in the tank. The high pressure pump is higher up on the front of the engine so an air lock forms when fuel drains out through gravity when the filter is off. If you dont syphon fuel through from above the air lock wont clear the high pressure pump. If you are lucky and it does it the pump has run without fuel while trying to clear the air lock which can cause serious damage.
What would happen if you didn't remove the air afterwards?
The high pressure fuel pump needs diesel for lubrication. If the pump gets damaged it can send particles of metal into your injectors and into your cylinders and cause quite a bit of damage so best to try and prime the pump before starting the car.
@@AstonishingGlasgow Thanks 👍🏼
@@AstonishingGlasgow , is the new fitted filter not supposed to pick up any potential particulars coming through? Just asking, thinking of DIY but not want to touch the enjin bay for prime...
You MUST prime the pump or risk serious damage. The new filter will work as soon as it is connected. Priming the pump is only drawing out air and the diesel that replaces it will already be past the filter location or drawn through the new filter. If you dont want to touch the engine bay then dont DIY the job.
Is this Audi b8 2.0 tdi 143hp ? Thanks
Yes, this car has the CAGA 2.0 tdi engine.
Hi, I love your videos!
I have the exact same car as you I would like to know if you can give me advice on maintenance of the engine parts and major mechanical parts. I have noticed a rough shake when switching car off and separately I have also noticed a metallic tin ticking noise that can be heard more prominent at 1000 rpms and fades out due to engine noise at higher rpms I don’t know what this is but I would like help I don’t want to send a fortune on garages which I’m sure you can understand.
Any advice would be appreciated
Thank you
Sorry for the late reply, I have been away on holiday. Unfortunately I cant help you as I have never come across the fault you describe and I cant diagnose it via a comment but I hope you get to the bottom of the noise and get it fixed.
Sounds like the flywheel is on the way out start the car in neutral and push the clutch pedal up and down if the noise stops and starts whilst doing this i would say flywheel an clutch needs replacing
Is there 2?
The cylinder behind the filter is a pump.
What’s that other filter located next to it??
Its not a filter its a pump. Thats why it has wires coming from it.
@@AstonishingGlasgow Didn’t see no wires! But thanks for the speedy response, and great video!! You helped me a lot!!
Hi my car is misfiring when idle but no eml light on dashboard. What can it be?
I cant help I'm afraid. I am not a professional mechanic.
Do you own a diesel? @Sufyanumar4663
I use vcds vag for fuel filter, better
But very expensive. This way you dont need to buy VCDS, simple.
Aliexpress 14£ plus old laptop , cheap. Anyway thanks for awesome video
Is that a another filter to the rear?
The smaller cylinder is a pump.
@@AstonishingGlasgow is this car a diesel?
Yes.
Wait. Are they 2 filters ?
Next to the filter i swapped? That's a pump.
@@AstonishingGlasgow I realized after, thanks :)
Can you tell me the name of the tool you used to prime the pump by drawing a vacuum through the return line to remove the air?
Is it unversial or car specific to fit this car?
after completing this step and removing this hose tool, do I need to reattach everything fast or it doesn’t matter?
This is misleading as some have the Fuel filters in the gas tank you say 2008 -2016
Its not misleading, it is 100% how the filter is changed on my car. It states in the description that my car is a 2.0tdi and that a petrol model will be different.
Thanks