Remove/install fuel tank - AR47.10-P-4100SX

MODEL 216 with ENGINE 156, 157, 273, 275, 278 

MODEL 221 with ENGINE 156, 157, 272, 273, 275, 276, 278, 629, 642 

Fig 1: Identifying Rear SAM Control Unit With Fuse And Relay Module, Nut, Hose And Electrical Connector

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Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Tank Components

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	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
	Risk of death  caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform.	Align vehicle between columns of vehicle lift and position four support plates at vehicle lift support points specified by vehicle manufacturer.	AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
1	Drain fuel tank (1)	If fuel pump is intact Vehicles with gasoline engine	AR47.10-P-4001SX
		Vehicles with diesel engine	AR47.10-P-4001SXI
		If fuel pump is defective	AR47.10-P-4000SX
2	Detach rear SAM control unit with fuse and relay module (N10/2) and place into luggage compartment with the lines connected		AR54.21-P-1258SX
3	Remove hose (2) from fuel tank (1)		Fig 3
4	Disconnect electrical connector (3)
5	Remove center rear seat cushions or continuous rear seat cushions and unscrew nuts (1a)	For model 221 with code Z07 Protection code lift special protection mat at rear to detach the nut (1a). Model 221.0 with code 223, rear bench seat with electrically adjustable outer seats, lumbar support and pneumatically raisable head restraints. Model 221.1 with code 223, rear bench seat with electrically adjustable outer seats, lumbar support and pneumatically raisable head restraints or with code 224, Design rear bucket seat system.	AR91.12-P-1020SZ
		Model 221.0 except code 223, rear bench seat with electrically adjustable outer seats with PRE-SAFE positioning function for outer seats and outer head restraints. Model 221.1 except code 224, rear bench seat with electrically adjustable outer seats with PRE-SAFE positioning function for outer seats and outer head restraints, code 223 and except Design rear bucket seat system.	AR91.12-P-1020SY
		Model 221.0 with code 223, rear bench seat with electrically adjustable outer seats with PRE-SAFE positioning function for outer seats and outer head restraints. Model 221.1 with code 223, rear bench seat with electrically adjustable outer seats with PRE-SAFE positioning function for outer seats and outer head restraints, or with code 224, Design rear bucket seat system.	AR91.12-P-1020SX
		Model 221.1 with maximum protection, code Z07	AR91.12-P-1020SXS
		Model 216	AR91.12-P-1020SC
			*BA47.10-P-1002-01L
6.1	Remove underfloor paneling	Vehicles without top protection	AR61.30-P-1001SX
6.2	Remove center skid plates	Model 221 with maximum protection, code Z07	AR61.40-P-1000SXS
7	Remove complete rear axle		AR35.10-P-0010SX
8	Remove heat shield (4)	When replacing fuel tank (1)
9	Remove fuel hose (5) from fuel tank (1)	Collect fuel which flows out.
10	Remove fuel return hose from fuel tank (1)	Engines 642, 629 Collect fuel which flows out.
11	Remove fuel filler flap with filler neck recess
12	Remove bolts (1b)		*BA47.10-P-1003-01L
13	Remove bolts (1c)		*BA47.10-P-1002-01L
14	Take out fuel tank (1)	Never handle fuel tank (1) at the filler neck (6) or vent line (7) since these can be damaged. Installation:  Filler neck (6) and vent line (7) cannot be replaced separately!
15	Dispose of fuel tank (1)	Only when replacing fuel tank (1)
	Disposing fuel tanks		OS47.10-P-0001-01A
16	Install in the reverse order
	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
17	Check fuel system for leaks with engine running

Fig 3: Identifying Hose Clamp Pliers (003 589 03 37 00)

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