Fuel tank draining

FUEL TANK DRAINING

Service repair no - 19.55.02

Drain

1. Disconnect both leads from battery, earth lead first.

WARNING: Fuel pressure of up to 3.5 bar will be present in the system of petrol vehicles, even if the engine has not been run for some time. Always depressurise the system before disconnecting any components in the fuel feed line (between the fuel pump and the fuel rail). The spilling of fuel is unavoidable during this operation. Ensure that all necessary precautions are taken to prevent fire and explosion.

2. Petrol Models: Depressurise fuel system. See ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - MEMS, Information.

WARNING: Petrol/Gasoline vapour is highly flammable and in contained spaces is also explosive and toxic. Always have a fire extinguisher containing FOAM, CO2, GAS OR POWDER close at hand when handling or draining fuel.

3. Diesel Models: Remove fuel tank unit assembly. See INSTRUMENTS, Repairs.
4. Petrol Models: Remove fuel pump assembly. See this section.
5. Using a fuel recovery appliance, drain the fuel from the tank into a sealed container. Follow the manufacturers instructions for the connection and safe use of the appliance.
6. Diesel Models: Fit fuel tank unit assembly. See INSTRUMENTS, Repairs.
7. Petrol Models: Fit fuel pump assembly. See this section.
8. Connect battery leads.

FUEL FILLER NECK

Service repair no - 19.55.07

Remove

WARNING: Ensure that fuel handling precautions given in 01 - Introduction, are strictly adhered to when carrying out the following instructions.

WARNING: If the fuel tank is full, the fuel level may be close to the filler neck aperture. If gauge indicates over 50%, drain the fuel tank. See this section.

CAUTION: Before disconnecting any part of the system , it is imperative that all dust, dirt and debris is removed from around components to prevent ingress of foreign matter into fuel system.

Remove

1. Disconnect battery earth lead.
2. Remove fuel filler cap.
3. Remove RH rear wheel arch liner. See BODY, Repairs.

4. Remove locking ring securing fuel filler neck to filler cap aperture.