Remove/install fuel level sensor - AR47.10-P-7000GZ

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MODEL 164 except CODE (917) Gas-tight fuel tank

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Level Sensor Components - Shown On Model 164.1

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Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Level Sensor Components - Shown On Model 164.1 With USA Version, Code 494 (1 Of 2)

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Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Level Sensor Components - Shown On Model 164.1 With USA Version, Code 494 (2 Of 2)

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MODIFICATION NOTES

4.8.06

"Disconnect ground line" has been removed

	Remove/install
	Risk of explosion caused by fuel igniting, risk of poisoning caused by inhaling and swallowing fuel and risk of injury to eyes and skin caused by contact with fuel.	No fire, sparks, open flames or smoking. Only pour fuels into suitable and appropriately marked containers. Wear protective clothing when handling fuel.	AS47.00-Z-0001-01A
1	Remove fuel pump	Installation: The parts kit with ring nut (11), sealing ring and threaded ring (14) must be replaced.	AR47.20-P-7000GZ
2	Remove car interface (portable CTEL)	Only for vehicles with telephone "Handy", UPCI system, code 388.
3	Unscrew nuts (1) on bracket (2)
4	Unscrew nuts (3), swing emergency call system control unit (N123/4) out of working area and secure	Only on vehicles with TELE AID emergency call system, code 359.
5	Pull GPS antenna splitter (A2/5) upwards from bracket (2), swing out of working area and secure	Only on vehicles with TELE AID emergency call system, code 359. Do not damage clip (4).
6	Remove screws (5)	Only on vehicles with TELE AID emergency call system, code 359.
7	Remove bracket (2)
8	Disconnect electrical connector (6, 7)	Only on vehicles with USA version, code 494.
9	Remove SDAR control unit (N87/5)	Only on vehicles with USA version, code 494.
10	Disconnect cap on the left (8) at marked separation point (9) and remove	Installation: Replace cap on the left (8) and insert with new sealing mass. The left cap (8) is glued in with body sealer. Heat with hot air blower to make it easier to remove.
		Sealant	*BR00.45-Z-1003-01A
11	Disconnect feed line (10)	Cover separation point with rag, in order to prevent ingress of fuel into interior.
12	Use pronged wrench to unscrew on ring nut (11)	Installation: The parts kit with ring nut (11), sealing ring and threaded ring (14) must be replaced.
			*BA47.10-P-1004-01J
		Claw-type wrench	Fig 4
13	Remove fuel gauge sensor (12)
14	Install in the reverse order
15	Connect STAR DIAGNOSIS, read out and erase fault memory		AD00.00-P-2000-04A
	Checking
	Risk of accident caused by vehicle starting off by itself when engine is running. Risk of injury caused by contusions and burns during starting procedure or when working near the engine as it is running	Secure vehicle to prevent it from moving by itself. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts.	AS00.00-Z-0005-01A
16	Carry out engine test run and check fuel system for leaks

FUEL TANK

Number	Designation		Model 164.1/8
BA47.10-P-1004-01J	Ring nut to fuel tank	Nm	110

Fig 4: Identifying Claw-Type Wrench (164 589 01 07 00)

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REPAIR MATERIALS

Number	Designation	Order number
BR00.45-Z-1003-01A	White sealing compound, 310 ml, DBL 6069.20	A 001 989 63 20