16 11 060 Removing and installing/replacing fuel filler pipe

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CAUTION: After installing fuel filler pipe, check electrical resistance between metal filler bowl and wheel hub.
Measured value approx. 0.6 Ω.

Draw off fuel down to below level of filler opening in tank.

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Remove rear right wheel.

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Remove rear right wheel arch trim.

Release hose clip (1), release plastic nut (2).

Withdraw fuel filler pipe from connecting hose.

Fig 1: Releasing Plastic Nut

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Release plastic nuts (1/2).

Withdraw fuel filler pipe (3) from rubber sleeve (4).

Installation:

When installing fuel filler pipe, make sure rubber sleeve (4) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Removing Fuel Filler Pipe From Rubber Sleeve

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For model 46/5 only:

Release plastic nuts (1/2).

Withdraw fuel filler pipe (3) from rubber sleeve (4).

Installation:

When installing fuel filler pipe, make sure rubber sleeve (4) is correctly seated.

Fig 3: Installing Fuel Filler Pipe

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