VW Sharan 7N 2.0tdi service - fuel filter change (without computer, VCDS, VAG-COM)

This video shows how easy it is to replace diesel fuel filter for Volkswagen Sharan Mk2 (second generation 7N model) 2.0tdi engine.
Manufacturer recommends after changing fuel filter, run secondary fuel pump to bleed system. That involves connecting VCDS software. These video describes how to change fuel filter in case, if you don't have that software.
Here's description of what has been done:
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[@Pmgdet]

I must say I'm in the process of buying a Sharan from 2017 and it's been a real pleasure to watch your videos. Please continue with the good work.

[@wawayltd]

Thanks Paulo, I'll try my best

[@85YotaMan]

Very good video on how to change filter without computer priming software. This is how it's always been done on diesel trucks! And great commentary. :)

[@wawayltd]

+R Smith Thank you :)

[@thisguyhere675]

I agree. Thanks. If you research, diesel is quite viscous. Since you primed the filter and housing, this little bit of air is not running your pump "dry." It's only a moment, it is still lubricated.

[@RB-yl4up]

Very good video. I have VCDS, but even after running the first pump through VCDS it didn't start that flawlessly like yours. So your method seems to work out better.

[@wawayltd]

Thanks, I think both methods are good. I have VCDS now too, and with VCDS seems to be less messy 😏

[@fishingforfun8231]

foarte buna prezenterea , ....multumim frumos din Romania !!

[@wawayltd]

Mulțumesc foarte mult! 👍

[@karim_a.]

I did it! Again thanks for sharing. After 32000 km the filter was almost black

[@wawayltd]

You're very welcome Karim 👍

[@shortyian1]

Great video👍🏻 thanks for uploading

[@wawayltd]

+shortyian You're very welcome - there will be more :)

[@seoulkidd1]

You saved me 300 bucks. Thanks.

[@wawayltd]

Anytime :)

[@sutsi]

top man. great video and easy to understand. Thanks

[@wawayltd]

Thanks :)

[@Jedward7009]

Thank you for your reply. great video keep it up

[@michianadroneservicesllc858]

I totally agree with you. Even if you used the software. It's just going to pump that air bubble to the high-pressure pump where it will stay until you start the car unless you are able to activate that pump also.

[@wawayltd]

I finally got myself VCDS, I didn't try it on this car yet, but I used on Skoda, it started as nothing happened, even if I left empty filter before priming. Both ways are good, you don't need to have software just for filter change. Software makes it slightly hassle free.

[@ramon4905]

Very good your videos, it would be desirable some on engine mechanics, for example to failures of the sensor of position of the accelerator G69, not plausible signal, or failures of the caudalimeter

[@gabrielvlk4626]

What you shared it's very hepfull for me.Thanks man ...

[@wawayltd]

You're very welcome 👍

[@timhoward7037]

Very helpful. Just changed the fuel filter on my 2011 Seat Alhambra which is exactly the same. Thanks

[@wawayltd]

Thanks Tim, please remember - if your gearbox is not manual (like mine), it also may need a service (oil change).

[@timhoward7037]

WheelsAndMotors Thanks it IS an auto so I need to do that. Any useful videos on that process?!

[@wawayltd]

No, sorry :( I've learned how to change oil and filter on my mates Ford Galaxy Powershift, but my VW is manual..

[@timhoward7037]

@@wawayltd No worries, done DSG fluid and filter now - for anyone else wondering, basically remove air box and battery box, filter is then easily accessible. Underneath, you need 14mm hex bit to undo gearbox sump plug, then 10mm hex to remove inner spout/level device. Drain it all out, then either buy expensive VW tool to put it back in via underneath, or use Amazon Measuring Funnel to put exactly 4.6 litres in the top. It's slow but works. Filter housing is only a shade over hand-tight and plastic, don't break it!

[@abdullaosman7293]

thank you very much your very kind of person

[@bhandari1007]

Great videos :)

[@wawayltd]

+naveed sheikh Thank you! :)

[@fricc1960]

Good video thanks!

[@wawayltd]

You're welcome!

[@housamalali6176]

Is what you mean in this video that it is preferable that the replacement be done at the dealership because of the air pressure that you talked about? We did not understand exactly what was meant

[@honestguy7764]

With the old style vw diesel filters it was pretty much the same, you filled it with diesel (or better still with inyector cleaner) through the circular indent (the one with the black and blue orings).

[@wawayltd]

Good idea about injector cleaner 👍 However I became lazy recently and just prime it with VCDS 😏

[@zerin.]

thank u very much

[@wawayltd]

You're very welcome :)

[@toyotoe3732]

Thank you for video. What is recommended mileage interval this diesel fuel filter should be replaced?

[@wawayltd]

toyo toe Service schedule says, that it depends what kind of diesel standard is used (can be specified to the country) and varies from 5'000 to 60'000 miles :) TDI engines using diesel with high sulphur content 5000 miles, sulphur higher than 2000ppm (whatever that means :)) every 10'000 miles.. If diesel is up to standard DIN EN 590 - interval is 60'000. Here's info about UK standard: www.dieselnet.com/standards/eu/fuel_automotive.php I just change it every second or third oil service...

[@redxxredxx1731]

Thank's for the video very good explanation as in your other's videos. I wanted just to ask you, i saw you using a foxwell nt500 unit, can it prime the fuel pump?

[@wawayltd]

Thanks :) No, I don't think it can.. At least I couldn't find that option :(

[@redxxredxx1731]

WheelsAndMotors Ah too bad that it can't prime it, have a Passat cc from 2013 i did the change with the fuel filter like you explained worked smoothly. But now i have to do the disks and brake pads with epb so i guess i ll try to find a cheap VCDS to open the epb and even with next change of fuel could prime the fuel pump with it i guess just to be sure :D was a bit afraid. Thanks again!

[@wawayltd]

Foxwell, same as Autel can open EPB, same as some other relatively cheap devices. As for priming fuel filter, I think it has to be VCDS.

[@karlclark4641]

do you know if you can replace fuel riser unit from under carpet or do you need to remove tank. good work bye the way

[@wawayltd]

I'm not sure how it works with Sharan. In ordinary cars, you just pull the rear seat bench. Sorry, I don't have any documentation on Sharan at the moment.

[@jamalarky4258]

👍

[@alanpickering4497]

Hi any idea where the EPB ECU is on this model? I need to rewire one of my parking brake motors right back to the ecu as the wiring is shot. Many thanks for any help given.

[@wawayltd]

Sorry Alan, I'm rubbish at wiring.. Try Elsawin?

[@Jedward7009]

Have you ever had an engine not restart after this procedure. I am thinking of doing my Skoda Octavia 1.6tdci CR which is basically a VW engine but a little nervous of running into problems. Thank you

[@wawayltd]

+Mike Cain If you leave fuel filter empty with recent VW diesel engines, without priming, you're risking of not being able to start the engine, also potential damage to high-pressure pump. The way I've done it in this video, leaves no more bubbles as if you would prime it with VAG-COM. When I replaced fuel filter very first time, I left it half-empty and I was struggling to start the engine, but that was stupid and I don't advise you to do that, because high-pressure pump shouldn't run empty. Ever since I always replace fuel filter the way, as I showed in this video - never had any trouble, engine starts in 1 or 2 seconds :)

[@cezaryrenoir2456]

Nice job. I just bought VCDS and will try to change the filter. Do you still have the Sharan .Happy Christmas Holiday

[@wawayltd]

Happy Christmas and New Year! My Sharan is on 403.000 miles currently. This is how to change with VCDS: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJPbgmlpl6iVmKs

[@cezaryrenoir2456]

@@wawayltd Wow , thats a lot of miles, the same engine and transmission ? Scotty Kilmer would be suprised that a non toyoya car made it up to 400.000 miles

[@wawayltd]

Same engine, same transmission (manual, simple), replaced clutch couple times, new EGR, turbo is also same. I think I 'll replace DPF soon.

[@cezaryrenoir2456]

@@wawayltd Happy New Year to you and family. You mentioned that you changed the clutch many times .Did you also change the dual mass flywheel ? What product do you recomend ; OEM / aftermarket. Cezary

[@wawayltd]

I don't think that VW produces their own clutches. If I'm not mistaken, some parts (like alternator, clutch, cambelt kit) are produced by companies that specialises on them. VW may stick their logo maybe... Anyway I may be wrong 😊 In my experience LuK is a good brand for clutch, also very popular. And yes, every time I changed clutch, I replaced dual-mass flywheel too, because it was going bad first.

[@Funtimes670]

I wonder if after the filter is changed, it would be possible to take the fuse out for the high pressure pump and just cycle the key a few times to run the low pressure pump and re-pressure/top off the canister? Of course that is assuming they are on different fuses.

[@50cents668]

Hi do you know why the return line goes back to the filter instead of the tank?

[@Nandox7]

I'd say from a design perspective is much easier as the filter is much closer and won't need a second pump to push it all the way to the back.

[@radinsyah1574]

Is it the same with petrol TSi engines? Any special caveats I should be on the lookout for?

[@wawayltd]

I think with petrol engines fuel filter is not located under the bonnet (hood), should be somewhere underneath the car not far from fuel tank.

[@radinsyah1574]

Nnnnnnooooooo.....

[@wawayltd]

@@radinsyah1574 Sorry Radin 😏 Check this video, maybe it will help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIaWnoOAjrh-jKs

[@bbogdanmircea]

Just changed the fuel filter today, but didn't fill it like you did . After this he run the air removal procedure several times from his diagnosis . But still no start . Then he put an electrical pump on the return line and I cranked it at the same time with the electrical pump and it started finally . What do you think ?

[@wawayltd]

I don't know what it's like bleeding fuel filter by software. Just ordered VCDS today. I need to change fuel filter on my next service - I'll try it out.

[@777STEFANDANKO]

Hello. Amazing tutorial! I have few more questions. Why do you think it is necessary to spill the "old" fuel from the filter tank? I don't have the pump... And where do you think the air bubble will disappear or end? Thank you for your response :)

[@wawayltd]

Hi Štefan! I don't think that getting rid of fuel from filter tank is necessary, it's just me - like perfection. My pump broke, so I just use hose and start it with mouth - still works.. I don't know where the bubble goes, it must have it's way. Now I have VCDS (vag com), so I leave filter completely empty, close it and then activate fuel pump with a computer. Where all that air goes, no idea, but it doesn't seem to give any trouble to the engine. This is video about doing it with VCDS: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJPbgmlpl6iVmKs

[@777STEFANDANKO]

@@wawayltd thank You. I hope it will be ok in my case too :) BTW I noticed I couldn't find oil filter in my Sharan. It's 2017 model with CR 135kW. It is probably on a different place... Don't you know where is it placed please?

[@wawayltd]

Yes, because you have slightly different engine in your Sharan (Euro 6). I have Skoda with Euro 6 engine and I made a couple of videos Here's one, just location of oil filter: kzbin.info/www/bejne/moO1dIZ-gLtnmNk And here is video about doing it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqLTZ6OGeciZrtE

[@777STEFANDANKO]

Interesting they put it underneath...Your videos are very helpful. I'm sure you saved a lot of money to many people :) God bless

[@wawayltd]

Thanks 😊

[@habibisakhi2450]

What is the best engine oil for diesel car vw sharan 2014 please?

[@wawayltd]

The one with specification VW 507.00. Here is a good article about it: www.oilspecifications.org/articles/vw_motor_oil_specifications_explained.php

[@MrLalla2020]

How often (miles) change the fuel filter u recommend.

[@wawayltd]

I change every second oil change.

[@scottharriswestwalesfishin639]

Is this the same for the 1.9tdi ??

[@wawayltd]

1.9 tdi more likely will have a filter like this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKTFcnqMac9kprc

[@frankmurphy9356]

Thanks

[@frankmurphy9356]

I've benefitted from a few of your videos, I reckon you'd be an amazing teacher if you fancied it. Thanks man 👍👏

[@wawayltd]

Thank you Frank 😊

[@wawayltd]

...I'm not as clever as I may look in my videos. Just a bit of research + power of video editing 😁

[@frankmurphy9356]

@@wawayltd I don't think It's about being clever necessarily, it's about making things understandable and that is a very powerful skill and you do it in a language that my guess is not your first so even more impressive. Thanks again man. 👏👏

[@wawayltd]

Thanks 🙃

[@housamalali6176]

the air pressure what will damaged (as you said ) can you explain it plz

[@wawayltd]

I have read somewhere, that if air bubbles get into fuel rail/injectors, because of extremely high pressure, they can cause some damage. However, now with the experience, having changed many filters on many cars, I have been in situation, where filter was half empty or even completely empty. I don't think that air gaps will do any damage to fuel system. If they are too big, you may struggle to start the engine till gaps are filled, that's all.

[@housamalali6176]

@@wawayltd In the event if I replaced it myself, what is the danger or defect that you mean?

[@wawayltd]

No danger. Just fill the filter up with diesel. Don't spill it, but if you do - wipe it.

[@cransaftvalve734]

Is the same motor that Ford S-Max and ford Galaxy?.

[@wawayltd]

No. This is the motor: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2WQk6qwfNF0orc

[@sickzii]

Hi mate, do you know where fuel pump is located?

[@wawayltd]

There are 2 fuel pumps. One is lower pressure, sitting inside a tank that delivers fuel to the filter. And another is sitting on cambelt - that's high pressure pump, it's after filter and it's making high pressure in fuel rail down to the injectors.

[@sickzii]

​@@wawayltdThanks for the reply. I had a breakdown, when RAC recovered they scanned the car and the computer said it's fuel pump's mechanical fault. They didn't mention which one. Do you know where is the relay for in-tank fuel pump?

[@wawayltd]

Sorry, I don't. I don't have that car anymore, also I lost documentation. I can recommend good Facebook group, they can help. Try this: facebook.com/groups/1463201880401563/?ref=share

[@sickzii]

Will try, thanks 👍

[@kingdingles8807]

would this be the same on a 2014 2.0 tdi??

[@wawayltd]

2014 model should be the same as my 2012. They had a facelift in 2015, but I think even on facelifted models fuel filter is the same.

[@kingdingles8807]

thanks man your vid gave me the confidence the others didn't

[@tehseenkhan4249]

Where r u based

[@wawayltd]

Sorry Tehseen, I'm not doing repairs as business.

[@honestguy7764]

Interval?

[@wawayltd]

Interval depends on diesel quality standard. It varies from very little to up 60K miles with European EN 590. I do it every second oil change. Just because why not 😊

[@lifeizz2short547]

Here is how to prime both pumps at the same time without VCDS for 2010+ TDI's: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJCTZoJ_hc6ijtk

[@wawayltd]

Thanks for the link, to me it looks a bit over-complicated just for filter change. I'd rather fill it up manually or get some software, there are lots of options these days ;)

[@danielandries3240]

That thick fucking accent ...

[@wawayltd]

You're welcome..

[@frankmurphy9356]

Wow, what an incredibly helpful and insightful comment, thanks so much for sharing. 🙄

[@makeminealarge1]

I think your meant to throw the old filter and tissues in the bush and then drive off without anyone seeing you.

[@wawayltd]

Fred Flintstone I'm not gonna dump rubbish in my "garage".. ;)

[@abdullaosman7293]

thank you very much your very kind of person

[@wawayltd]

You're welcome :)