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Release screws (1) and remove cover (2) from left side of fuel
tank.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Press grey ring (2) towards sensor unit and pull out fuel feed
line (3) straight.

Important!

Do not use any tools to release the fuel feed line.

After installing fuel feed line, carry out tensile test and leak
test.

Release screw cap with special tool 16 1 020  and remove
service cap.

Installation:

Procedure for tightening screw cap, see next work step.

Important!

Fit screw cap without using a tool and tighten hand-tight.

Then tighten screw cap with special tool  16 1 020  until
notch (1) points to marking (2).

Note:

Illustration shows the tank removed.

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