Fuel pressure sensor (653)
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Fuel pressure sensor (653)
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Warning
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Removing the fuel pressure sensor involves working with the vehicle fuel system. The following points should therefore be observed in connection with the procedure:
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Ensure good ventilation! If there is approved ventilation for extraction of fuel fumes then this must be used.
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Wear protective gloves! Prolonged exposure of the hands to fuel can cause irritation of the skin.
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Have a fire extinguisher class BE at hand! Be aware of the risk for sparks, i.e. in connection with circuit breaking, short-circuiting, etc.
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Absolutely No Smoking!
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Wear protective glasses.
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Remove the engine cover.
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Relieve excess pressure in the fuel system by carefully pressing on the needle of the service valve. Catch any fuel spill.
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Important
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Take care when releasing the locking mechanism on the connector so as not to damage the connector. Pull the halves straight apart to avoid bending the pins. For further information regarding connectors, refer to
Connectors, handling and inspection
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Unplug the sensor connector.
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Fit the sensor using a new O-ring lightly coated with vaseline.
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Important
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Take care when plugging in the connector so as not to damage or press out the pins/sleeves in the connector. For further information regarding connectors, refer to
Connectors, handling and inspection
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Fit the sensor connector.
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