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Removing
Removing
–  Note safety precautions before beginning work → Chapter.
–  First check whether a coded radio is fitted. If so, obtain anti-theft coding.
–  With the ignition switched off, disconnect battery earth strap.
–  Unscrew securing bolts and remove tank flap unit.
–  Drain fuel tank and clean fuel filler neck and surrounding area.
–  Fold rear seat bench forwards.
–  Remove cover from fuel delivery unit.
–  Pull 4-pin connector off flange.
–  Remove rear right wheel.
–  Remove rear right wheel housing liner → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.66
–  Remove activated charcoal filter.
–  Unbolt filler neck from body.
–  Unscrew all rear exhaust system retainers from body. Then support lowered exhaust system on body with wire.
–  Remove rear axle: → Running gear, axles, steering; Rep. gr.42
  WARNING
Fuel supply lines are under pressure! Wear eye protection and gloves to avoid injuries and skin contact. Before loosening hose connections, wrap a cloth around the connection. Then release pressure by carefully pulling hose off connection.
   
–  Disconnect supply line -1- (black) and breather line -2- (white) at connecting point.
–  Unscrew securing strap and securing bolts. When doing this, support fuel tank with engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A-.
–  Lower fuel tank.
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