I am going to attempt a fuel filter change as although my car has a full Skoda SH, currently at 52k there is no evidence in the paperwork of having the fuel filter changed. I think this is overdue.

 

I am finding it very confusing as to which fuel filter I require, when searching on ECP it comes back with 12 results from my reg plate details.

 

The only markings that I can see on the filter housing are 3CO 127 400  it also has UFI written on it.

 

Am I safe to assume that any of the filters from ECP that are detailed as 'UFI element type' will be the correct type?

 

It seems there is a lot of choice, and its not clear whats the correct one,

 

 

Any advice appreciated.

 

 

Lewwy

If it says UFI on the fuel filter canister, then you need a UFI filter. So, 'yes' to your question.

There is only one type on ECP that is UFI (but three different brands).

I ordered one for my car last week. They should come with a new seal.

Have you fitted yours yet? Was it relatively straightforward? Also wondering which brand of the 3 did you go for?

Lewwy

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I've had various brands in the past: nothing noticeable in it IMO.

Getting the lid off can be tricky. First time I did it I bent it slightly, but got it back into shape again.

Put some fuel on the new seal when you replace it.

I've not had any issues with air locks, but it can happen I believe.

Its easy to change. As stated above, lubricate the new seal with fuel and once the filter is in, fill the housing (not quite to the top - leave space for the top plate) so you dont get any airlocks.

KB Photo did you fill the filter with fuel after fitting the new one?

 

I was hoping that wouldn't need to do that.

 

I suppose I will have to fill a fuel can up with some diesel if I need to do this.

 

 

Thanks for the replies guys.

 

 

 

Lewwy

There's no need to manually fill the filter housing up with diesel after a filter change on the PDs. When its all back together just click the ignition key on to the warning lights position a few times (without starting the engine) to let the electric lift pump run and bleed the system. I always use this method after a fuel filter change and mine starts instantly and idles as normal, you'd never know the filter had been apart.

 

On the CR engines you do need to fill the filter with diesel after fitting as the lift pump doesn't run until the engine starts, but not on the PD.

Great thanks for the replies and the info guys

Lewwy

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I've not topped up the canister with fuel.

I have, on occasions, filled it with injector cleaner such as Redex.

HTH

When I had last main dealer service at 52K was advised fuel & air filters due at 60K.  Changed mine few weeks back, easy swap, didn't fill filter just dropped it into diesel in the canister fitted the new washer & tightened everything back down.  Started & ran OK without missing a beat.

Thanks for all the advice.

 

I shall tackle it this weekend.

 

 

 

Lewwy

You'll be fine.