Relay Fuel filter change

[Ben*17]

Hi all

I have a 97 relay 1.9 Can anyone help me with the procedure for how to change the fuel filter. Not done it on this van and I think its probably about time I gave it a go.

Thanks in advance for any help given.

[Lighty]

There are quite a few versions of filter on these, the most common is like a screw on oil filter & is situated behind the air filter behind the n/s headlamp.
Remove the airfilter lid 4 Philips type screws, and the filter can be seen. Undo the wiring clip that joins to the water sensor in the base of the filter, and simply unscrew the whole housing from the fixed top. If it is too tight for hand or filter strap, you may. Need to unbolt the whole assembly and remove the filter with the top secured in advice.
We always fill the new filter with diesel treatment such as forte! as it makes bleeding easier.
There is a pump on top of the filter head which will need to be primed for some time before you can restart the engine .