Fuel Filter Replacement Service

Ninja_H · 03-10-2023, 12:17 AM

It just came to my attention that the fuel filter is one of the parts needed to be serviced regularly. Haven't be able to find any useful DIY information online. Does anyone have ideas on this? Where is it and how it should be replaced? Any DIY tips? Thanks!

slilley · 03-10-2023, 05:32 AM

Unlike the BMWs of old (say, mid-2000 and earlier) where you had a fuel filter that was located under the car below the driver's or passenger's seat, I believe all the newer BMWs have a filter that is embedded in the gas tank and is an integrated part of the fuel pump. As such, it is no longer is a serviceable item.

That's what my research found on my '16 X3 and my daughter's '20 X1. I have no reason to suspect the G05 is any different, although I'd be happy to learn that I'm wrong because I always replaced my fuel filters every 60K miles when they were serviceable. Cheap insurance to protect the fuel system!

TurtleBoy · 03-10-2023, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Ninja_H

It just came to my attention that the fuel filter is one of the parts needed to be serviced regularly. Haven't be able to find any useful DIY information online. Does anyone have ideas on this? Where is it and how it should be replaced? Any DIY tips? Thanks!

What did you see that told you the fuel filter needs to be serviced regularly? It is not listed as an item in the maintenance guide.

eelnoraa · 03-10-2023, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by TurtleBoy

What did you see that told you the fuel filter needs to be serviced regularly? It is not listed as an item in the maintenance guide.

Exactly what I want to ask as well. Why do you think you need it? Oem fuel filter quality is pretty good. Gas tank os plastic these days, should be little or no rust in fuel. If filter is not flowing well, you will know it. G05 seems to be too new to need this. Well unless you have a very high mileage one.

charlie fairmont · 03-10-2023, 10:18 AM

Maybe you're thinking of the diesel options available in other markets?

Ninja_H · 03-17-2023, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by TurtleBoy

What did you see that told you the fuel filter needs to be serviced regularly? It is not listed as an item in the maintenance guide.

I just think it's a filter and it gets clogged up over time isn't? I also saw on other brands owner's manuals saying it should be serviced regularly. So the same should be applied to all cars? I'm not sure about BMW's regulations but I think it's the same.

TurtleBoy · 03-17-2023, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Ninja_H

I just think it's a filter and it gets clogged up over time isn't? I also saw on other brands owner's manuals saying it should be serviced regularly. So the same should be applied to all cars? I'm not sure about BMW's regulations but I think it's the same.

No, just ignore that. The maintenance requirements are different for different brands. There is no service needed on the fuel filter.

FatHulk · 10-05-2023, 07:36 AM

Saw recently on here as a preventative service to replace the fuel filter. Is this not necessary? TurtleBoy

https://www.bobbyrahalbmw.com/bmw-x5...onsburg-pa.htm

streborx · 10-05-2023, 08:45 AM

I recently investigated the fuel filter service for my G550, and found that it's mounted with the fuel pump inside the fuel tank. Replacement requires removal of the fuel tank, e.g., major surgery! Why would a filter requiring periodic maintenance be made so inaccessible?

I dug a bit deeper into the topic, and discovered that fuel dispensing pumps (gasoline filling stations) have filtration systems built into them. All grades and blends of gasoline are filtered to 10 microns, which is about the same as an automobile's fuel filter. Gasoline filtration is regulated by every state, and most are based on a NIST standard. So as long as you don't introduce contaminants into your fuel tank with dirt around the filler orifice, or add fuel from a dirty gas can, the car's filter should last a very long time. More info on this topic can be found at petroclear.com.

TurtleBoy · 10-05-2023, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by FatHulk

Saw recently on here as a preventative service to replace the fuel filter. Is this not necessary? TurtleBoy

https://www.bobbyrahalbmw.com/bmw-x5...onsburg-pa.htm

It is not necessary or recommended to change the fuel filter.

crazyinp · 10-05-2023, 12:16 PM

you can check the recommend services here -> https://g05.bimmerpost.com/forums/at...5&d=1663369540

eelnoraa · 10-05-2023, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by FatHulk

Saw recently on here as a preventative service to replace the fuel filter. Is this not necessary? TurtleBoy

https://www.bobbyrahalbmw.com/bmw-x5...onsburg-pa.htm

Damn, 60k replace fuel filter???!!! I would say 2-2.5x of that maybe the right mileage to start thinking about it.

Are we sure for G05, change the lower pressure fuel pump needs tank to come off? In older BMW, it is accessible from popping out the 2nd row seat cushion. It is a rather simple job.

crazyinp · 10-05-2023, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by eelnoraa

Damn, 60k replace fuel filter???!!! I would say 2-2.5x of that maybe the right mileage to start thinking about it.

Are we sure for G05, change the lower pressure fuel pump needs tank to come off? In older BMW, it is accessible from popping out the 2nd row seat cushion. It is a rather simple job.

I posted SI for CBS no where I see fuel filter requires change. I think this is copy and paste dealers use on their website.

FatHulk · 10-10-2023, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by crazyinp

I posted SI for CBS no where I see fuel filter requires change. I think this is copy and paste dealers use on their website.

Yea, it was just copy and paste. Saw it after reading the response that it wasn't necessary so just wanted to confirm that the dealer was incorrect.

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streborx Major 674 Rep 1,104 Posts Drives: 2022 BMW X7 M50i Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0)	I recently investigated the fuel filter service for my G550, and found that it's mounted with the fuel pump inside the fuel tank. Replacement requires removal of the fuel tank, e.g., major surgery! Why would a filter requiring periodic maintenance be made so inaccessible? I dug a bit deeper into the topic, and discovered that fuel dispensing pumps (gasoline filling stations) have filtration systems built into them. All grades and blends of gasoline are filtered to 10 microns, which is about the same as an automobile's fuel filter. Gasoline filtration is regulated by every state, and most are based on a NIST standard. So as long as you don't introduce contaminants into your fuel tank with dirt around the filler orifice, or add fuel from a dirty gas can, the car's filter should last a very long time. More info on this topic can be found at petroclear.com.
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