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Inspecting the fuel pump and fuel supply > < For engine with identification characters AWY
For engines with identification characters AZQ, BMD, BME
For engines with identification characters AZQ, BMD, BME
Removing
–  Observe the safety instructions before starting fitting work → Chapter.
–  On models fitted with a coded radio set, pay attention to the coding; determine if necessary.
–  Open fuel tank flap and unscrew cap from filler neck.
–  Remove the rear right plastic wheelhouse liner → Body Work; Rep. gr.66.
   
–  Unscrew fixing screws at tank filler neck -arrows-.
–  Remove both ventilation lines from activated charcoal filter → Chapter.
–  Drain fuel tank and clean around the fuel filler neck → Chapter.
–  Fold rear seat forwards.
–  Remove the cover of the fuel delivery unit and disconnect the plug connection from the flange of the fuel delivery unit.
–  Removing rear axle → Chassis; Rep. gr.42.
  WARNING
The fuel feed line is pressurized! Place a clean cleaning cloth around the connection point before detaching hose connections. Reduce pressure by carefully releasing the connection point.
  S20-0093
–  Disconnect feed line -1- and ventilation line -2- by pressing the button on the hose connection → Chapter.
–  Unscrew tensioning strap.
–  Position the engine/gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A- under the fuel tank for support and unscrew the fixing screws from the fuel tank.
–  With the assistance of a 2nd mechanic remove the fuel tank.
Install
Installation is performed in the reverse order; pay attention to the following points:
t  Check vent and fuel hoses for damage.
t  Make sure the fuel hoses fit tightly.
t  Do not mix up the feed and ventilation lines.
t  After replacing the fuel tank, bleed → Chapter the fuel supply with the valve on the fuel strip
  Note
After installing the fuel tank, check whether the feed, return-flow and vent lines are clipped in place on the fuel tank.
–  After the battery earth strap is disconnected and connected, carry out additional operations → Electrical System; Rep. gr.27.
  S20-0104

Inspecting the fuel pump and fuel supply > < For engine with identification characters AWY