Cayenne GTS (9PA) V8-4.8L (2008)
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Wear protective gloves that are fuel-resistant.
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Wear a breathing mask with active charcoal filter; do not breathe in any fuel vapours.
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Ensure that there is adequate ventilation and extract all fuel vapours.
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Before opening the fuel lines or fuel hoses, relieve the fuel pressure.
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Collect escaping fuel, absorb it if necessary with a suitable binding material and dispose of properly.
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Pay attention to cleanliness when working on the fuel system.
DANGER:
Danger of fire from fuel.
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Keep clear of ignition sources.
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Do not smoke.
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Disconnect battery.
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Danger of fire due to naked flames and sparks, e.g. during welding or grinding work.
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Danger of fire due to escaping fuel, e.g. on hot engine components or due to electrostatic charge. Allow engine to cool down.
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Secure the vehicle, e.g. with a warning sign.
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Change any clothing soaked with fuel immediately.
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In case of fire, use CO2 or dry powder fire extinguishers.
INFORMATION:
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The description applies to all engine types.
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The setup and procedures required may differ slightly from the illustrations or procedures described due to engine-specific differences.
Component overview and line routing:
1. Remove lids for the two fuel tank flanges.
1.1. To do this, cut out the carpeted floor at the perforation using a carpet knife and fold it over.
1.2. Then unscrew the M6 fastening nuts -arrows- and remove the lids.
2. Disconnect the fuel pressure line (supply) -1- at the flange.