5 Series E39 525tds (M51) TOUR
Unlock connector (1) and remove.
Release hose clamp (2), withdraw hose.
Unfasten rotary connection with special tool 16 1 020.
Installation:
Replace rubber gasket.
Tighten down rotary connection to correct torque.
Tightening Torque,
refer to 16 14 2AZ
Installation:
When installing the fuel level sensor, ensure the lug (1)
locates in the recess (2) on the tank.
When tightening to torque, notch (3) on screw cap can be
heard and felt to engage in the toothed segment (4) on the
tank.
Pull sensor upwards until connection on sucking jet pump is
accessible.
Compress tabs (1) and pull connection (2) downwards to remove.
Caution!
Do not bend sensor.
Carefully remove sensor.
RA Removing and installing/replacing the sensor for the fuel level gauge (left)
BMW AG - TIS
20.02.2013 03:26
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