Fuel lines, tank - engine bay, 4WD (RHD)
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Fuel lines, tank - engine bay, 4WD (RHD)
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Warning
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Removal of the fuel filter involves partial dismantling of the car's fuel system. The following points must therefore be observed in connection with this work:
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Make sure a class BE fire extinguisher is close to hand! Consider the risk of sparking, e.g. when breaking circuits, short-circuits etc.
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Absolutely No Smoking!
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Ensure that there is a good exchange of air. If approved ventilation for the extraction of fuel fumes is available, this should be used.
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Wear protective gloves! Prolonged exposure of the hands to fuel can cause irritation to the skin.
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Wear protective goggles.
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Important
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Be particulary observant regardning cleanliness when working on the fuel system. Loss of function may occur due to very small particles. Prevent dirt and grime from entering the fuel system by cleaning the connections and plugging pipes and lines during disassembly. Use 82 92 948 Plugs, A/C system assembly. Keep components free from contaminants during storage.
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1.
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Reduce the fuel pressure by removing fuse 2 (A) when the engine is running (fuse 2 is in the fuse box in front of the battery). When the engine has stopped, turn the ignition key to LOCK and refit the fuse.
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Lock the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.
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3.
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Disconnect the negative battery cable.
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4.
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Remove the upper engine cover.
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5.
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Remove the charge air pipe by first removing the clamps (A) and unplug the boost pressure sensor connector (B). Remove the power steering line from the clips (C).
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Detach the tank bleeder line (A) from the power steering fluid reservoir.
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Remove the power steering fluid reservoir bolt (B).
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9.
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Remove the power steering return line clip (C).
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10.
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Remove the fuel line from the upper clip.
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12.
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Detach the steering shaft joint (A) from the steering gear.
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Remove the rubber mountings (A) from the stays.
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Remove the exhaust pipe flange (A) and relieve the load on the flexipipe with
83 95 212 Strap
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Important
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Be careful with the flexible part. It must not be bent by more than 5°.
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Remove the rear torque arm bolts (A).
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16.
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Use a column jack to relieve the load on the subframe and remove the rear bolts (A) and stays.
Important
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Be careful that the propeller shaft does not get damaged.
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Lower the rear edge of the subframe.
Important
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Be careful that the brake pipes do not get damaged.
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18.
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Undo the fuel lines from their holders and the brake pipes from the front holders.
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Remove the right-hand protective cover.
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20.
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Place a receptacle under the car and undo the fuel line quick coupling (A) at the fuel tank.
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Fit the fuel line in the holders.
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2.
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Connect the fuel line (A) to the tank.
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3.
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Fit the right-hand protective cover.
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Fit the bolts (A) holding the rear torque arms to the subframe.
Tightening torque, M10: 65 Nm (48 lbf ft), M12: 120 Nm (88 lbf ft)
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Fit the rubber mountings (A) to the stays.
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Fit the exhaust pipe flange (A) and remove the strap.
Tightening torque 30 Nm (22 lbf ft)
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Fit the steering shaft joint (A) to the steering gear. Clean the threads and apply
Thread locking adhesive, Loctite 242
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Tightening torque 30 Nm (22 lbf ft)
Warning
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Check that the bolt fits into the groove on the pinion shaft.
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10.
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Fit the fuel line in the upper clip.
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Fit the clip (C) to the power steering return line.
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12.
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Fit the power steering fluid reservoir (B).
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Fit the tank bleeder line (A) to the power steering fluid reservoir.
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Connect the fuel line (A) to the engine bay.
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Fit the charge air pipe, clamps (A), boost pressure sensor connector (B) and power steering line to the clips (C).
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Fit the upper engine cover.
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Reconnect the negative battery cable.
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