Fuel filler pipe
Fuel filler pipe |
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To remove |
1. |
Make sure that the tank is not more than 3/4 full. If necessary, see
Emptying the fuel tank
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2. |
Raise the car and remove the right-hand rear wheel.
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3. |
Remove the wing edging strip and the wing liner. The wing edging strip must be removed first.
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4. |
Loosen the hose clips on the filler pipe and unplug the purge pipe with
83 95 261 Tools, Fuel line
.
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5. |
Undo the bolt securing the pipe.
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6. |
Open the filler flap and remove the filler cap.
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7. |
Remove the filler pipe.
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To fit |
Important | ||
When fitting the filler pipe it is important to replace the rubber hoses between the filler pipe and the fuel tank. There is a risk of cracks forming on the hoses after repeated tightening of the hose clips and this can lead to fuel leakage. |
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It is also important to replace the old plastic screw by a new screw of plastic. In the event of a collision, the plastic screw will break thus avoiding any damage to the filler pipe which is also made of plastic. |
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Fit in reverse order. Spray hose clips with Tectyl ML, part no. 30 21 763 or equivalent.
Tightening torques:
Plastic screw 1.5 Nm (1.1 lbf ft)
Hose clips 4 Nm (2.9 lbf ft)