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Removing and installing parts of the fuel supply - Part 2 > < Removing and installing the sender for fuel gauge display G

Fabia Mk2

Removing and installing the fuel tank
Removing and installing the fuel tank
Special tools and workshop equipment required
t  Engine/gearbox jack, e.g. -V.A.G 1383 A-
Condition
l  The ignition must be switched off and the ignition key must be withdrawn.
Removing
  Note
t  Observe the safety instructions before starting fitting work → Chapter.
t  Observe rules for cleanliness → Chapter.
–  Empty the fuel tank if necessary → Chapter.
  Note
If there are functional problems of the fuel delivery unit suction off fuel with fuel extraction device e.g. -VAS 5190-.
–  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-.
–  Fold back the middle and rear seat and position vertically → Body Work; Rep. Gr.72.
–  Remove cover for fuel delivery unit and disconnect plug from flange of 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.
  Note
Always press in the securing ring in order to unlock the caps of the fuel lines.
  S20-0093
–  Disconnect the feed line -1- and the vent line -2-.
–  Unscrew the straps.
–  Support the fuel tank using the engine/gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A-.
–  Unscrew the fixing screws from the fuel tank.
–  Slightly lower the lever and remove the fuel tank with the assistance of a second mechanic.
Install
Installation is performed in the reverse order; pay attention to the following points:
t  Check vent and fuel hoses for damage.
t  Do not mix-up the feed, return-flow and vent lines (the return-flow line is blue or has a blue marking, the feed line is black).
t  Make sure the caps of the fuel hoses fit tightly.
t  After replacing the fuel tank, bleed the fuel supply with the valve on the fuel strip → Chapter
  Note
After installing the fuel tank, check whether the feed, return-flow and vent lines are clipped in place on the fuel tank.
  S20-0291

Removing and installing parts of the fuel supply - Part 2 > < Removing and installing the sender for fuel gauge display G