RTC5938 - Fuel Filter Element – Diesel
Original price
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Original price
€12,50
Original price
€12,50
€12,50
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€12,50
Current price
€12,50
OEM: Made by an Original Equipment Manufacturer.
This part is made by an original equipment manufacturer or under their license, ensuring compatibility and quality.
Brand
Bosch
Fuel Filter Element for diesel applications - the replaceable filtration cartridge that fits inside the fuel filter housing in the low-pressure fuel supply circuit.
Positioned between the lift pump and the injection pump, the element traps particulate contamination and separates water carried in the fuel before it can reach the injection equipment. This matters more on a diesel than a petrol system: the injection pump and injector nozzles rely on the fuel itself for lubrication and are machined to very fine clearances, so abrasive debris or free water causes rapid and expensive wear.
The element is a scheduled service item and should also be renewed whenever fuel delivery becomes restricted - symptoms include power loss under load, uneven running at higher engine speeds, and hard starting.
Positioned between the lift pump and the injection pump, the element traps particulate contamination and separates water carried in the fuel before it can reach the injection equipment. This matters more on a diesel than a petrol system: the injection pump and injector nozzles rely on the fuel itself for lubrication and are machined to very fine clearances, so abrasive debris or free water causes rapid and expensive wear.
The element is a scheduled service item and should also be renewed whenever fuel delivery becomes restricted - symptoms include power loss under load, uneven running at higher engine speeds, and hard starting.
Fit new sealing rings on reassembly, and bleed the fuel system after fitting so that no air remains in the supply line.
Vehicle Model
Land Rover Discovery 1 1989-1998 (L318)
Range Rover Classic up to 1994
Range Rover Classic up to 1994
Fitment Notes
DISCOVERY 1 1989-1998 — Diesel engines, from VIN FA393361 to WA799999
RANGE ROVER CLASSIC 1986-1994 — Diesel engines. Sedimenter, heated. 1986-1991 to VIN HA610293; 1992-1994 from VIN JA610294
RANGE ROVER CLASSIC 1986-1994 — Diesel engines. Sedimenter, heated. 1986-1991 to VIN HA610293; 1992-1994 from VIN JA610294
Alternative Codes
RTC5938
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