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[screech]

Hey guys!

On removing the rear subframe to do the sills on my latest mini I noticed the fuel filter fitted under there.

This is my first experience with an injection mini so coming across quite a few different bits and pieces.

Is it common to do anything with this filter? I.e: move it, change it, update it etc.

Thanks.

[Bat]

Hi,

Just like any other filter, change it when the vehicle manufacturer recommends.

If it looks years old go straight to putting a new one on!

Cheers 

[humph]

Change it, but you'll likely find that the in/out connecting nuts have rusted solid. I had to remove mine as I couldn't get them undone. I used some new fuel line to replace the metal existing pipework and plumbed in a generic fuel filter. I think it's a part from a Vauxhall Astra or Citroen Saxo, needs an external diameter of about 55mm  & length of about 140mm for the spi bracket

 

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[MatthewsDad]

Change it, but you'll likely find that the in/out connecting nuts have rusted solid. I had to remove mine as I couldn't get them undone. I used some new fuel line to replace the metal existing pipework and plumbed in a generic fuel filter. I think it's a part from a Vauxhall Astra or Citroen Saxo, needs an external diameter of about 55mm & length of about 140mm for the spi bracket

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I've done the same conversion from hard line with threaded connections either side of the filter to hose with screw clip connections attached to a generic filter. Easy and no problems to date. Keep the filter mounting bracket and use a full length of hose from the tank to the filter via the grommet in the boot floor.