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Fuel filter Mann or Mahle
I use Mann filter. They're trustworthy and not very expensive either
Pros: trustworthy, inexpensive
Vehicle:
BMW
I do have a new Mahle fuel filter to install.
I am a sucker for Mann so I bought it. Took out the old filter, and no fuel coming from inside the filter. Slammed it couple of times and finally the fuel came out, black. It’s literally like black coffee coming out from the filter. Installed the new fuel filter, and cranked the car couple of time to let the fuel pumped to the engine. And finally it starts, but it misfired here and there. Crank it couple more times and it starts normally. The idle is absolutely silky smooth. And the performance improved a lot.
Pros: silky smooth idle, improved performance
Cons: misfired here and there
Vehicle:
BMW
I went with mahle from fcp, job is easy the only thing I can bitch about is the metal plate covering it
Pros: job is easy
Cons: metal plate covering it
all pumps are Carter brand and the fuel filter is Mahle.
You should just buy the Mahle or Mann filter (in that order) and replace the whole thing. Your vacuum line running to it could also be leaking.
Cons: vacuum line leaking
Vehicle:
BMW
Part number: KL96
Take out the fuel pump assembly again, replace your filter (Mahle KL145) while you're there, and recheck all connections.
Pros: replace filter, recheck connections
Part number: KL145
I have ordered these Mahle filters in the past and received what is pictured above without the weird tube.
Pros: used in the past
Cons: weird tube
Mann from ECS for me. Every other filter change I pull what fuel is left in the housing, refill with your diesel treatment of choice and then prime. For me it’s just a bit of extra lube for the pump on my ‘14 JSW. When I skip this step I don’t prime and never had an issue.
Pros: easy to install, no issues
Vehicle:
Volkswagen
Filter is a Mahle, it's the one from VW Parts Place, so I'm daring to assume it's ok
Pros: assuming it's ok
Vehicle:
Volkswagen
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