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Fuel Tank Components, Removing and Installing|Page 9160 > < Fuel Tank Components, Removing and Installing
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Fuel tank cover

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25 Nm (18 ft lb)

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Mounting strap
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Note differing lengths

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Fuel tank
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Support with VAG 1383 A engine/transmission jack when removing

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Sealing ring
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Replace if damaged

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Moisten with fuel when installing

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Fuel gauge sensor

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Union nut
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Remove and install using 3217 wrench

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Supply line
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Clipped onto fuel tank 

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Ensure it is securely seated

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Black 

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To remove flange: press down on tabs at connection

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Return line
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At connection -R-

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Blue or blue markings

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Clipped onto fuel tank 

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Ensure it is securely seated

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To remove from flange, press down on tabs at connection

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Clamp
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Replace clamps

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Hose

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Gravity/overflow - valve
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To remove valve, unclip upwards out of support

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Check valve for flow valve vertical: open, valve tilted 45°: closed

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10 Nm (7 ft lb)

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