Installation is carried out in the reverse order; note the following:
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Check the earth wiring at both ends for traces of oxidation and remove oxidation if necessary.
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Check installation position of earth connection:
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Connector -1- must be seated securely on metal ring -2-.
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Contact tab -4- must be attached to fuel tank -3- and secured with spacer bush -5-.
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Position fuel tank with securing straps on underbody, using engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A-.
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Attach wiring harness at top of fuel tank.
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When installing fuel tank, make sure that the fuel filler neck is correctly inserted into the opening on the body.
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Secure fuel tank by first tightening bolts at points -1, 3, 4- and -7-, then at points -2, 5- and -6-.
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Secure contact tab for earth connection with securing bolt -arrow- for fuel filler neck.
Caution
After installation, use an ohmmeter to check the electrical connection between the metal ring on the fuel filler neck and a bare metal part on the body:
Specification: approx. 0 Ohm
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Attach electrical wire for ABS speed sensor to bracket on fuel filler neck.
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Install rear right wheel housing liner → Rep. gr.66.