16 11 060 Removing and installing or replacing fuel filler pipe

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Recycling

Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached. Have a suitable collecting vessel ready.

Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

IMPORTANT: Ensure adequate ventilation in the workbay!
Avoid skin contact (wear gloves)!
After installation of fuel tank/prior to first engine start-up:

Fill fuel tank with at least 5 litres of fuel.
Check earth connection at fuel filler neck to body for continuity. If necessary, clean contact surface between body and fuel filler pipe screw connection.

Necessary preliminary work:

Unhook retaining strap (1) from tank flap.

Open cap and set to one side.

Fig 1: Identifying Tank Flap Retaining Strap

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IMPORTANT: There may still be residual amounts of fuel in the fuel tank.
Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Loosen hose clamps (1).

Detach fuel filler hose from fuel filler pipe.

Installation note:

Fig 2: Identifying Hose Clamps

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Replace hose clamps.

Tightening torque: 16 12 1AZ .

Unlock quick-release fasteners (1) and disconnect vent hoses.

Slacken nut (2).

Installation note:

Tightening torque: 16 12 2AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Quick-Release Fasteners And Slacken Nut

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Detach the tank ventilation line from the holder.

Slacken nut (1).

Installation note:

Replace plastic nut.

Tightening torque: 16 12 2AZ .

Fig 4: Identifying Fuel Filler Pipe And Slacken Nut

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Withdraw fuel filler pipe (2) completely out of rubber cup at wheel arch and feed out.

Installation note:

Make sure rubber cup fits correctly.

Installation note:

Clean contact surface on body and earth cable on fuel filler pipe.

Ground connection must be guaranteed.