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Removing and installing/replacing fuel tank

Special tools required:

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Recycling

Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached. Have a suitable
collecting container ready.

Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Important!

Ensure adequate ventilation in the place of work!

Avoid skin contact (wear gloves)!

After installation of fuel tank/prior to first engine start-up:

Fill fuel tank with at least 5 litres of fuel.

Check ground connection at fuel filler neck to body for
continuity. If necessary, clean contact surface between
body and fuel filler pipe screw connection.

Check transfer function of suction jet pump.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Draw off fuel from fuel tank

Remove rear seat bench

Remove underbody panelling

Remove handbrake Bowden cables

Remove complete propeller shaft

RA  Removing and installing/replacing fuel tank

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