16 13 521 Removing and installing/replacing pressure switch for Natural Vacuum Leak Detection (NVLD)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove WHEEL ARCH PANEL .

IMPORTANT: When replacing the pressure switch, the DUST FILTER must also always be replaced.

Release hose clamp (1) and pull off tank ventilation line.

Installation note:

Replace hose clamp.

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Release screws (3) and remove pressure switch with dust filter.

Fig 1: Identifying Tank Ventilation Line Hose Clamp And Screw

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Release screws (1).

Pull off pressure switch (2).

Installation note:

Check gaskets and replace if necessary.

Fig 2: Pulling Natural Vacuum Leak Detection Pressure Switch

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