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 container ready.

Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

IMPORTANT: Ensure adequate ventilation in the place of work!
Avoid skin contact (wear gloves)!
Before starting the engine for the first time:

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

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 be residual amounts of fuel in the tank!
Catch escaping fuel in a suitable container.

Unfasten hose clip (1).

Installation:

Replace hose clip.

Tightening torque: 16 12 1AZ .

Fig 2: Removing Tank Flap Hose Clip

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

Release nuts (2) and (3).

Installation:

Check plastic nut (3), replace if necessary.

Tightening torque: 16 12 2AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Quick-Release Fasteners And Nut

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Unclip line holder (1).

Release nut (2) and remove fuel filler pipe.

Installation:

Check plastic nut (2), replace if necessary.

Tightening torque: 16 12 2AZ .

Fig 4: Identifying Fuel Filler Pipe, Line Holder And Nut

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