Old Fuel Bleed

Tiny
OHHEYCLINTON
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  • 2001 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
  • 1.8L
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • MANUAL
  • 98,000 MILES
My car has been sitting around for over a year now and has not been routinely started and driven. I want to get it back on the road. I read somewhere that I should bleed out the old fuel as it maybe varnish and could cause problems down the line. Should I be worried about this? If so, what is the technique on bleeding out the fuel? I am a novice in car mechanics, handy and willing to learn.
Friday, September 2nd, 2016 AT 1:25 PM

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Tiny
WRENCHTECH
  • MECHANIC
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Yes, the fuel should be drained and replaced along with the fuel filter. You will likely have to remove the fuel tank to be able to drain it.
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Friday, September 2nd, 2016 AT 2:23 PM

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