I own 2012 r59s with 36000km (about 22.5k miles) in south korea.
It seems bit early to replace a fuel filter when recommended mileage is around 4~50000km in Korea, but why not in early?

Anyway, I will post detail pictures later, but guys, you have to remove almost every plastic trim behind the driver and passenger seats.

It took me about 2~3 hours to dismantle required trim, but once you done it, like always, it seems doable in 1~1.5hours.

Here is time lapsed video of removing necessary trims.
Soon I will post detail pictures.

 

I don't understand the reason to do this maintenance before it is needed. Furthermore, this doesn't make sense to remove all the interior trim to service just a filter ,,,,,, Geez. Go to your dealer.

 

Hi, I know it is a few years ago you posted this, but can you tell me how to get the youtube videos?? Many Thanks Tony

 

This guy put one up, you have to get to that rear bench section. R59 Roadster Diagram https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/sho...diagId=51_8783 and https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/sho...diagId=51_8607

R58 Coupe Diagram https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/sho...diagId=51_8613
and https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/sho...diagId=51_8607







Filter is here and DIY for R55-R59 all the same

Fuel Filter Kit part number 11252754870


http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/11252754870/




https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...-change-2.html

 

Hi, Thanks for the very prompt reply, alas the vid is for an R58 Coupe and I require info for an R59 Roadster, they are completely different behind the seats.

Thanks for your assistance. Tony

 

Yes but you still have to take apart all those plastic behind the seat and the overall design is the same plus i added the break down of all the plastics in the diagram to remove.

Glad to help.