X Series E53 X5 3.0i (M54) OFFRD
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Force off hose with a clamp.
Release hose clamp (2) and carefully detach hose. Do not
damage connecting piece when doing so.
Installation:
Replace hose clip.
Tightening torque, 16 12 7AZ
.
Release screw cap with special tool 16 1 020.
Installation:
Replace rubber gasket.
Tightening torque, 16 14 2AZ
.
Carefully raise fuel level sensor until sensor flange projects out of
sealing area of tank opening.
In so doing, do not pull excessively on connecting piece of fuel
return. Risk of breakage!
Installation:
When installing fuel level sensor, make sure that lug (1) in
opening (2) engages fuel tank.
During torque tightening, notch (3) on screw cap can be
clearly heard and felt to engage toothed segment (4) on fuel
tank.
Important!
Do not bend sensor.
Carefully pull fuel level sensor upwards until access is gained to
suction jet pump connection.
Press retaining lugs (1) inwards.
Carefully pull off connection (2) of suction jet pump towards
bottom.
Important!
Ensure correct engagement when installing.
Carefully withdraw fuel level sensor, tilted in direction of travel
towards left.
Installation:
RA Removing and installing/replacing fuel gauge sensor (left)
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