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Golf Mk5

Removing
Removing
–  Note safety precautions before beginning work → Chapter.
Observe rules for cleanliness → Chapter.
–  First check whether a coded radio is fitted. If so, obtain anti-theft coding.
–  With the ignition switched off, disconnect battery earth strap.
–  The fuel tank must not be more than 3/4 full when removing the fuel delivery unit. Empty fuel tank if necessary → Chapter.
–  Remove rear seat bench → General body repairs, interior; Rep. Gr.72.
–  Remove cover from fuel delivery unit.
  WARNING
t  The fuel and the fuel lines in the fuel system can become very hot (danger of scalding)!
t  The fuel system is also under pressure! Before opening the system, place cloths around the connections. Then carefully loosen connection to release the pressure!
t  Wear eye and hand protection when performing any type of repair work on the fuel system!
   
–  Pull return line -1-, supply line -2- and 5-pin connector off fuel delivery unit flange flange.
  Note
Press in safety ring to release fuel lines.
  N20-10044
–  Open locking ring using wrench -T10202-.
–  Pull fuel delivery unit and seal out of opening in fuel tank.
  Note
If delivery unit is to be renewed, drain old delivery unit before disposal.
  N20-0638

Installing > < Removing and installing fuel delivery unit