13 53 540 Replacing, sealing fuel hoses

Special tools required: 

• 13 5 281

Recycling 

Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Version with compressed-air connection: 

Blow fuel back into tank with a short blast of compressed air (max. 3 bar) at compressed air connection (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Compressed Air Connection

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For version with fuel hoses with integrated unlocking device: 

Press fuel hose (1) downwards and keep pressed.

Fig 2: Pressing Fuel Hose

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Press unlocking ring (2) upwards, keep pressed and detach fuel hose (1).

Installation: 

Check O-ring in fuel hose and sealing surfaces on fuel lines for damage; replace components if necessary.

Coat O-ring for assembly with antifriction agent.

Fig 3: Detaching Fuel Hose

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Remove fuel line.

Fig 4: Locating Fuel Line

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Fuel hoses with quick-release couplings: 

Seal fuel hoses (1 & 2) with special tool 13 5 281 .

Installation: 

Check O-ring in fuel hose and sealing surfaces on fuel lines for damage; replace components if necessary.

Coat O-ring for assembly with antifriction agent.

Fig 5: Identifying Seal Fuel Hoses With Special Tool (13 5 281)

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