16 12 000 Removing and installing/replacing sensor for fuel gauge: Recycling
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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)!
Ensure absolute cleanliness when performing repair work on the open fuel system. Dirt contamination in the fuel tank may impair driving or may even result in vehicle breakdown.
Avoid skin contact (wear gloves)!
Ensure absolute cleanliness when performing repair work on the open fuel system. Dirt contamination in the fuel tank may impair driving or may even result in vehicle breakdown.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- DRAW OFF FUEL
- REMOVE REAR SEAT
- Vehicles with comfort seat: REMOVE RIGHT REAR SEAT
- Remove flange cover. See FLANGE COVER (OUTER FUEL FILTER) and FLANGE COVER .
NOTE:
Picture does not show the fuel tank outer skin.
Unclamp connecting line for level sensor (2) through sensor opening (1).
Disconnect plug connector for level sensor (3) from plug connector installation unit on left (4).
NOTE:
Picture does not show the fuel tank outer skin.
Unlock tab (3) in upward direction through sensor opening (1) and lift out level sensor (2) in direction of arrow.
Installation note:
Level sensor (2) must audibly snap into place.