Fuel tank
Fuel tank |
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Work only in a well-ventilated area.
If approved equipment for the
extraction of fuel vapour is available, be sure to use it.
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Wear suitable gloves. Prolonged contact with fuel may give rise to skin
irritation or dermatitis.
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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.
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No smoking anywhere in the vicinity.
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To remove |
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Empty the tank.
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Place the car on a lift. Make sure that the right-hand rear support is placed as far
out as possible so as not to obstruct dismantling work.
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Raise the car.
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Detach the rubber hoses from the tank and plug the tank. Use special
tool 83 94 777.
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Undo the clamp securing the fuel filter.
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Support the tank by means of a pillar lift and undo the nuts for the
metal straps holding the tank in place. Unhook the metal straps.
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Carefully lower the tank, right-hand side first, until the top becomes
visible.
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8. |
Unplug the two connectors from the fuel pump.
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9. |
Disconnect the pressure and return lines from the fuel pump.
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Lower the tank to a convenient working height.
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To fit |
Fit in reverse order.
Tightening torque for hose clips:
2.2 Nm (1.6 lbf ft)
Important | ||
Inspect the O-rings when fitting the fuel lines. Fit new ones as necessary. |
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