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Fuel filler pipe

Fuel filler pipe




Warning

Removal of the fuel filler pipe involves partial dismantling of the car's fuel system. The following points must therefore be observed in connection with this work:



• Work only in a well-ventilated area. If approved equipment for the extraction of fuel vapour is available, be sure to use it.

• Wear suitable gloves. Prolonged contact with fuel may give rise to skin irritation or dermatitis.

• Keep a class BE fire extinguisher near at hand. Be mindful of the danger of sparks caused by short-circuits and when connecting and disconnecting leads, etc. in electrical circuits.

• No smoking anywhere in the vicinity.


To remove



1. Place the car on a lift.

2. Raise the car and remove the right-hand rear wheel.

3. Clean the area round the filler pipe so that no dirt or the like will get into the pipe or tank.

4. Remove the plastic bolt securing the filler pipe to the car body.

5. Remove the rubber hoses and the plastic hose between the filler pipe and the tank's fixed pipe.

6. Lower the car.

7. Grasp the pipe under the rear wing with one hand and remove the fuel filler pipe from the filler cap collar, using a screwdriver.


8. Pull out the pipe slightly to provide better accessibility for removing the fuel tank breather hose.

9. Withdraw the filler pipe.


To fit

Fit in reverse order.

Tightening torque for plastic bolt:

1.8 Nm (1.3 lbf ft)

Tightening torque for hose clips:

2.2 Nm (1.6 lbf ft)

Important

When fitting a replacement plastic bolt it is important to fit a new bolt of plastic. In the event of a collision, the plastic bolt must give way so that the filler pipe, which is also made of plastic, will not be damaged.