Removal & Installation

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CAUTION: Fuel is under pressure. Manufacturer uses several type of fuel line fittings. See Fig 1-Fig 5 .

On versions with hose clips, remove hoses No. 1 and 2. On versions with compressed air connection, blow fuel back into tank with a short blast of air at compressed air connection. On fuel hoses without integrated unlocking facility, unlock fuel hoses with Special Tool (16 1 050) and detach hoses. On fuel hoses with integrated unlocking facility, press fuel hose downward and keep pressed. Press unlocking ring upward, keep pressed and detach fuel hose. On fuel hoses with quick-release fittings, seal off fuel hoses with Special Tool (13 5 281 and 13 5 282). To install, reverse removal procedure. On versions with hose clips, replace clips. On versions with and without integrated unlocking facility and quick release fittings, check "O" ring in fuel hose and sealing services for damage and replace as necessary. Coat "O" ring with anti-friction agent.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Fuel Lines (Hose Clip Type)