64 12 600 Removing and installing or replacing fuel pump

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Special tools required:

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.

Undo screw (1) and remove cover (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Fuel Pump Cover

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Release screw (1).

Remove fuel pump (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Fuel Pump

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IMPORTANT: Close lines with special tool 32 1 270 to prevent the emergence of media and dirt contamination.

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release hose clamps (2) and detach fuel hoses.

Pull retaining tabs (3) apart and remove fuel pump (4).

Installation note:

Observe direction of flow of fuel pump (4).

Fig 3: Identifying Retaining Tabs, Fuel Pump, Plug Connection, Hose Clamps

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