Replacing the fuel filter Kia Cerato

If you do not have the ability or desire to pay extra to service stations for replacing the fuel filter, and the time has come to replace it, install a new filter yourself.

The convenient location of the filter element does not require lifting the car on a lift. And to install a new filter, it is enough to remove the rear seat cushion.

The video will show you how to replace the fuel filter on a car, and also talk about some of the nuances and intricacies of the process.

Replacement process

When performing the procedure for replacing the filter element on a Kia Cerato car, it is necessary to arm yourself with: pliers, a Phillips and flat screwdriver, a tube of sealant and a nozzle for 12.

Fuel filter replacement procedure:

1. To remove the rear row of seats, you need to unscrew the two fixing screws with a 12 head.
2. Then remove the protective plastic cover. It is worth remembering that it is fixed on the sealant, so pry it with a screwdriver to avoid deformation.
3. Now the hatch on four self-tapping screws is “open” in front of you. Now you need to lower the pressure in the system. To do this, start the engine and disconnect the fuel pump power connector retainer.
4. Having cleaned or vacuumed the cover from dirt and sand, we boldly disconnected the fuel hoses. First, remove both fuel supply hoses, for this you will need pliers. While holding the retaining clips with them, remove the hose. Remember that you will most likely spill the rest of the gasoline in the system.
5. Loosen the fuel pump fasteners. After that, remove the ring and very carefully pull the filter out of the housing. Be careful not to spill any remaining fuel into the filter, and be sure to set the fuel level float.
6. Using a flathead screwdriver, pry up the metal clips and remove both tubes, then remove the two connectors.
7. Gently prying on one side of the plastic latch, release the guides. This step will help you attach them to the lid.
8. You can remove the filter element together with the pump from the glass only by holding the plastic latches.
9. Disconnect the negative channel cable. Insert a screwdriver between the motor latches and the filter ring so that it can be disengaged.
10. After the steps have been taken, it remains to remove the metal valve.
11. Then remove all O-rings from the old filter, check their integrity and install the valve on the new filter.
12. To remove the plastic part, you will need to loosen the latches, the next step is to install the o-rings on the new filter.
13. At this point, you can start the build process. First install the engine on the filter and hook both fuel hoses with metal clamps.
14. After installing the motor, install the filter back into the housing, it will enter there only in the only correct position.

We install the hatch with guides, tighten the fixing bolts and connect the power column to its place. The pump is now fully assembled and can be installed back into the fuel tank. Lubricate the contour of the edge of the protective cover with sealant and fix it in place.

Part selection

The fuel filter is one of those auto parts that has a lot of analogues, and finding the right one is not difficult. So, Cerato has several analogues of the original part.

Original

Estimated prices for a filter for a Kia Cerato car will delight you with its affordable price.

Fuel filter 319112F000. The average cost is 2500 rubles.

Analogues

And now consider the list of analogues with catalog numbers and cost:

Manufacturer Name	Catalog number	Price in rubles per piece
Cap	K03FULSD00071	1500
Flat	ADG02382	2000 g
LYNXauto	LF-826M	2000 g
Pattern	PF3908	2000 g
Yapko	30K31	2000 g
Toko	T1304023 MOBIS	2500

Useful tips for a motorist

In most cases, practice shows that the manufacturer does not define a clear time frame for replacing this filter. Therefore, all responsibility falls on the shoulders of the driver, in order to service not only the fuel system, but also other components and assemblies of the car, it is necessary to pay attention to the operation of the engine, especially at high speeds. Increased fuel consumption, jerking and jerking when driving at low speeds are the first signs of the need for a possible replacement of the fuel filter. The frequency of replacing the filter element in most cases depends on the quality of the fuel used. The content of suspensions, resins and metal particles in the fuel significantly reduces the life of the filter.

Possible problems after replacing the fuel filter

Most motorists, after replacing the fuel cell on many cars, including the Kia Cerato, are faced with a common problem: the engine does not want to start or does not start the first time. The cause of this malfunction is usually the o-ring. If, after inspecting the old filter, you find an o-ring on it, then the pumped gasoline will flow back, and the pump will have to inject it again each time. If the sealing ring is missing or has mechanical damage, it must be replaced with a new one. Without this part, the fuel system will not function properly.

Hack and predictor Aviator

Replacing the Kia Cerato fuel filter is quite simple and takes only 10 minutes. This will require a minimum of tools, as well as a pit or a lift. There is a fairly wide range of filters that are suitable for cerate.