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Removing and installing the fuel gauge sender > < Extract fuel from the fuel tank

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Removing and installing fuel delivery unit
Removing and installing fuel delivery unit
Special tools and workshop equipment required
t  Wrench for union nut -MP 1-227 (3217)-
t  Fuel extraction device e.g. -VAS 5190-
Conditions
l  The fuel tank must not be more than 3/4 full.
l  Ignition is switched off and ignition key is withdrawn.
Removing
  Note
t  Empty the fuel tank if necessary → Chapter.
t  Observe safety measures → Chapter.
t  Observe rules for cleanliness → Chapter.
–  Fold rear seat forwards.
–  Remove the cover from the fuel delivery unit.
–  Pull out 4-pole plug connector and feed and return flow line from flange.
  Note
Press buttons on the hose connections.
   
–  Unscrew union nut with the wrench for union nut -MP 1-227 (3217)-.
–  Pull the fuel delivery unit and the gasket ring out of the opening of the fuel tank.
  Note
The old delivery unit must be emptied before disposing of it if it should be replaced.
Install
–  The fuel delivery unit is installed in the reverse order.
  Note
t  When installing, ensure that the float arm of the sender for fuel gauge display -G- is not bent.
t  Insert the new dry gasket ring into the opening of the fuel tank and moisten only from the inside with fuel for installing the fuel delivery unit.
t  Make sure the fuel hoses fit tightly.
t  After installing the fuel delivery unit, check whether the feed, return-flow and vent lines are still clipped in place on the fuel tank.
  S20-0148
t  Pay attention to installed position of flange of fuel delivery unit: The marking on the flange must be aligned with the marking on the fuel tank -arrows-.
  A20-0096

Removing and installing the fuel gauge sender > < Extract fuel from the fuel tank