Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , removing and installing: Removing

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 15 other vehicles, including the 2008 Audi S4, 2008 Audi RS 4, 2008 Audi A4, 2007 Audi S4, and 2007 Audi RS 4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Observe safety precautions → Safety precautions when working on fuel supply system .

Observe rules for cleanliness → Rules for cleanliness .

CAUTION:

To remove fuel level sensor 2 G169 , the fuel tank may only be filled to a maximum of ¹ /₄ . Drain fuel tank if necessary. Procedure → Fuel tank, draining .
Observe procedures for disconnecting battery →
- 27 BATTERY, STARTER, GENERATOR, CRUISE CONTROL
- 27 BATTERY, STARTER, GENERATOR, CRUISE CONTROL for ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, CABRIOLET
.

All except Audi RS4:

Fig 1: Pushing Cover Over Battery Toward Right And Removing It Upward

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Push cover over battery toward right - arrow 1 - and remove it upward - arrow 2 -.

Fig 2: Locating Battery Ground Strap

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With ignition switched off, disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap - arrow -.

Audi RS4:

Raise luggage compartment floor covering and secure.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Battery Ground (GND) Strap

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With ignition switched off, disconnect Battery Ground (GND) strap - arrow -.

All:

Open fuel filler flap briefly and then close again.
Remove rear seat bench →
- 72 - SEAT - FRAMES
- 72 - SEAT - FRAMES for BODY INTERIOR - CABRIOLET
.

Fig 4: Removing Cover Bolts For Locking Flange

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Unbolt cover for left locking flange - arrows -.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Electrical Harness Connector At Left Locking Flange

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Disconnect electrical harness connector - arrow - at left locking flange.

CAUTION: The fuel level sensor 2 G169 may only be removed when fuel tank is maximum ¹ /₄ full. Otherwise, a large amount of fuel will spill out.

Fig 6: Removing/Installing Locking Ring With Wrench T10202

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Remove left locking ring using wrench T10202.
Pull locking flange and sealing ring from opening of fuel tank.

Fig 7: Carefully Pull Locking Flange With Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 With Suction Jet Pump Partially Out Of Fuel Tank Opening

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Carefully pull locking flange - 1 - with fuel level sensor 2 G169 with suction jet pump - 2 - partially out of fuel tank opening.

NOTE:

When removing, be sure not to bend floater arm of fuel level sensor 2 G169.

Unclip suction jet pump from locking flange with Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169.
Remove locking flange with fuel level sensor 2 G169.