X Series E83 X3 2.5Si (N52K) OFFRD
Diesel vehicles:
Note:
Before starting the engine for the first time, if the tank has been
run dry or drawn off, fill with diesel fuel and turn on ignition for
approx. 1 minute. The fuel circuit is thus filled and vented, which
results in the engine firing more quickly.
Drawing off fuel:
Start engine and allow to run.
Note:
The electric fuel pump runs.
In this way, the fuel is repumped through the suction jet pump
from the left to the right side of the fuel tank.
Fuel can be drawn out of left and right sides of tank through filler
neck, leaving only a small residue. The residual quantity is drawn
off through the service opening (on right/left).
Insert special tool 16 1 080 into filler neck.
Special tool 16 1 080 has two different diameters for
petrol/gasoline and diesel vehicles!
Slide extraction hose of extractor unit, refer to BMW Service
Workshop Equipment and Planning Documentation, through
special tool 16 1 080 into the fuel filler pipe, turning in the
process if necessary.
Insertion length of extraction hose: 120-130 cm.
Draw off fuel as much as possible with extractor unit, refer to
BMW Service Workshop Equipment and Planning Documentation.
Follow drawing off of fuel on fuel gauge in instrument cluster.
Drawing off residual fuel quantity:
Drawing off residual fuel amount is not included in the time value
of this operation.
Important!
Ensure car interior is adequately ventilated.
Catch dripping fuel in a suitable container.
Release sealing ring with special tool 16 1 020 and remove cap
for service opening (left/right).
Tightening torque 16 14 2AZ
.
Draw off residual fuel quantity through service openings.
RA Draining and filling fuel tank
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