Invisible Man Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Does my car have one? I can't seem to find replacement parts online Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stef123 Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 It will be built into the pump so no you can't replace it 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Invisible Man Posted September 17, 2014 Author Share Posted September 17, 2014 A mechanic friend reckons it is a life time filter but admits to not knowing a lot about my engine so thought I 'd ask. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artscot79 Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Yes its a lifetime filter you can use some fuel treatment if needed otherwise its a new pump Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Invisible Man Posted September 17, 2014 Author Share Posted September 17, 2014 Im doing my first ever service on it and ive never had a car without one that needed to be replaced. Can you recommend any fuel treatment? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic113 Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Does my car have one? I can't seem to find replacement parts online Cheers Like mentioned in above posts its part of the fuel pump ( a gaze type of mesh). usually they are 100% but if ever needed replaced the who pump has to be replaced :( . But up the ups side at least its one less filter to buy at service intervals :) . There are a few cleaners on the market and different people will have different opinions on each one but myself personally I advice people just not to let your fuel get extremely low all the time (ie don't run the car until its sucking for fuel lol!) because this is where you will suck up all the dirt at in the tank and then chances are the filter will catch it all. I myself would only run to the "25 miles left empty" chime on the odd occasion but generally I top up when the light comes on at "50 miles to empty" I only use this as a personal guide though and I have on once or twice run the car empty but that was only to test the digital mileage to empty against the manual gauge for accuracy. so to some it up basically just keep topped up with good fuel and fill up when the fuel tanks reaches a reasonable level but not too low. As for the cleaners well others may comment on them as I said every one as different opinions and some work and some don't I have used many brands over the years on different cars and I suppose I could say they do make a difference of some sort but one thing they do is put your mind at ease that you have tried to look after the fuel/injector system lol! :) Hope this helps 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stef123 Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 The whole 'not running the tank down to stop crud getting drawn in' is just a myth. The fuel outlet and return on the tank is mounted at the top and the fuel is drawn from the bottom of the tank, meaning that any crud in there is being circulated anyway. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Invisible Man Posted September 17, 2014 Author Share Posted September 17, 2014 The only reason I asked is because I an doing a mini service on it....oil filter, air filter, pollen, spark plugs and oil Can anyone give me any pointers on what to do? Air filter is self explanatory. Apparently the oil filter is under the car, and I havent a clue where the pollen filter goes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeanW Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Pollen filter is in the passenger footwell, behind the centre console. If you have your radio code, you miggt find it easier to take the fuse box & its mounting bracket out (really easy and pretty obvious how to do it). oil filter is under the car and pretty easy to do. Spark plugs are, well, if you don't know where to find those, then maybe DIY servicing isn't for you lol The air filter can be a bit of a pain to seat properly and might take a bit of a jiggle about. As for fuel light roulette, I'm one of those who waits until the needle practically goes backwards lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Invisible Man Posted September 17, 2014 Author Share Posted September 17, 2014 Cheers Sean. The oil filter is my big one, apparently i need to remove the undertray to access it. Spark plugs i understand, pollen I understand as I now know where it is. Air filter I reckon my mum could do it. Putting oil in.....where does that go then??? :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeanW Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Yep, undertray off - only half a dozen or so screws and slide forward a bit (it has catches to stop it smacking you in the face as you unscrew it. Works well if they're not damaged...) Access to the filter itself is pretty good once you've got the undertray off. Coolant drain is also under there if you're doing it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Invisible Man Posted September 17, 2014 Author Share Posted September 17, 2014 Cheers mate, coolant doesnt need doing. It was done a few months ago when i got a crack in the expansion tank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic113 Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 The whole 'not running the tank down to stop crud getting drawn in' is just a myth. The fuel outlet and return on the tank is mounted at the top and the fuel is drawn from the bottom of the tank, meaning that any crud in there is being circulated anyway. Agree with this but like I mentioned every one will have different opinions on this matter , but myself personally I have replaced fuel pumps on cars in the past both petrol and diesel and came to the conclusion that running cars low on fuel isn't a great idea long term because even if dirt (floating on top or at the bottom of tank) does or does not get sucked into the pump, filter or gauze mesh , the low fuel or running the car dry (until it sucking for fuel) is not good for the pump as the fuel can act as a lubricate/cooler for the pump so either way in my opinion its not great for the pump so I just advise not to run the car very very low on fuel. Like i Said many people have different methods or opinions on doing things but that's just my input lol! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Invisible Man Posted September 18, 2014 Author Share Posted September 18, 2014 Did the full service last night, dropped a spark plug inside which was entertaining to get out. I can't see where the pollen filter is in the footwell, does anyone have any pics? And on the running you fuel down debate, i leave it until 30 miles which will be just over a gallon of fuel. Im not sure i would like to run it down much more Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic113 Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Did the full service last night, dropped a spark plug inside which was entertaining to get out. I can't see where the pollen filter is in the footwell, does anyone have any pics? And on the running you fuel down debate, i leave it until 30 miles which will be just over a gallon of fuel. Im not sure i would like to run it down much more Cheers Good idea 30 miles sounds good I myself would not run it down more. Good job on the service The spark plug can be tricky at times but usually its 100% of you take your time. Just wondering did you check the gap when you lifted it out as sometimes if they are dropped in the electrode at the end of the plug may of ciut a tap and closed slightly? If not and the car is driving OK you should he fine but any issues I would check that firstly. The pollen/cabin filter is directly behind the center of the dash. Not in the footwells at the door sides but it can though be accessed in the passenger foot well on the right (near the gear stick side). Dropping the fuse box is the best way to give yourself room to get to it. This is done easily by removing the fuse box brackets at each side of it. Some people unplug the fuse box I personally don't see the need to but if you find you need more room do what suits you. There will be 2 or 3 bolts (10 millimetre if I can remember correctly) when you unscrew this a plastic trim/lid will clip off and you will see the end of the old filter. Just pull it out and place in the new one (make sure its the correct way around with airflow arrows pointing into cabin next (away from bonnet)). It can be trick to squeeze in but band or slightly and it may help. When you do this just replace all in reverse order and that's it. I'm not beside PC at moment but if your stuck I can send you pics later tonight of its location etc. Good luck and good job on your service. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Invisible Man Posted September 18, 2014 Author Share Posted September 18, 2014 Cheers mate...and in regards to the gaps on the plugs, they came preset and were the right size (1.0mm). The guy at the motorfactors shop just took the reg. I checked them against the old ones and thet were the right size. Car is running nice and smooth 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic113 Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Cheers mate...and in regards to the gaps on the plugs, they came preset and were the right size (1.0mm). The guy at the motorfactors shop just took the reg. I checked them against the old ones and thet were the right size. Car is running nice and smooth Good job mate. I'm glad you got all sorted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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