Step 2 (Engine Was Not Started With Incorrect Fuel)

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-- Empty the fuel tank as much as possible through the filler neck using the :VAS5190 . Refer to FUEL TANK, DRAINING .

-- Remove the right rear seat or rear bench seat. Refer to REAR SEATS .

-- Fold the right carpet cutout to the side.

Fig 1: Identifying Locking Flange Cover - Tightening Sequence

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-- Remove the nuts -1 through 4- on the flange cover.

-- Remove the flange cover.

-- Remember that if the battery is connected, the fuel pump will turn on when a door is opened. Fuel may leak out when the system is open.

-- Remove the fuel return line, which is blue or has a blue marking, -1- from the fuel delivery unit. Disconnect the connector couplings. Refer to CONNECTOR COUPLINGS, DISCONNECTING .

Fig 2: Fuel Lines

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-- Connect the :VAS6551/5-2 to the fuel return line -arrow-.

-- Guide the free end of the :VAS6551/5-2 into a suitable container.

-- Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester and perform the Guided Function "Activate Fuel Pump".

NOTE:

The fuel pump is now activated.

-- Repeat this procedure as necessary until the fuel tank is completely empty.

-- Fill the fuel tank with five liters of diesel fuel.

-- Drain the fuel tank again completely as described above.

-- Reconnect the fuel return line -1-.

Fig 3: Fuel Lines

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-- Replace the fuel filter. Refer to appropriate service information.

-- Fuel the vehicle and perform a road test.

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