1612000 Removing and installing or replacing fuel gauge sensor (diesel, right)
Special tools required
Recycling
Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached.
Have a suitable collecting container ready.
Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.
Avoid skin contact (wear gloves)!
Ensure absolute cleanliness when working on the open fuel tank.
Before starting the engine for the first time:
- Fill fuel tank with at least 5 liters of fuel.
Necessary preliminary tasks
Release screws (1) and remove cover (2) from right side of fuel tank.
Disconnect plug connection (1).
If necessary, remove fuel line for independent heating.
Release screw cap with special tool 16 1 020 and remove service cap.
Installation:
Procedure for tightening screw cap, see next work step.
Then tighten screw cap with special tool 16 1 020 until notch (1) points to marking (2).
Pull out service cover (1).
Unlock and disconnect quick-release fastener (3) of fuel feed line.
Installation:
Clean sealing faces and install new rubber seal (2).
Locating rods (4) must fit correctly in the hole (5) of the delivery unit.
Make sure that the lever sensor moves freely before fitting the service cap (1).
Installation:
Service cap can only be installed in one position.
When installing, make sure lug (1) of service cap engages in corresponding opening (2) on fuel tank.
Disconnect line (1) towards top
Unlock quick-release fastener (3) and detach fuel return line (2).
Draw off remaining fuel from surge chamber.
Carefully lift fuel pump with fuel level sensor (4) out of fuel tank.
Remove fuel level sensor in direction of arrow.
Installation:
Fuel level sensor must snap audibly into place!
Detach line from retaining fixtures.
Unlock plug connection (1) and detach from service cap.
Carefully feed cable out of cable guide.
Do not kink cable.