16 00 005 Draining and filling fuel tank: Notes
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Special tools required:
IMPORTANT:
Observe country-specific safety regulations.
Ensure adequate ventilation in the place of work!
Connect the exhaust and extraction systems to the exhaust tailpipe.
The electric fuel pump must not operate without fuel! After completing repairs but before starting the engine for the first time, fill the fuel tank with min. 5 l fuel through the fuel filler pipe.
Do not damage non-return flap when pulling out extraction hose.
Ensure adequate ventilation in the place of work!
Connect the exhaust and extraction systems to the exhaust tailpipe.
The electric fuel pump must not operate without fuel! After completing repairs but before starting the engine for the first time, fill the fuel tank with min. 5 l fuel through the fuel filler pipe.
Do not damage non-return flap when pulling out extraction hose.