16 12 001 Removing and installing or replacing fuel gauge sensor (right side / US cars with N51 engines)

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Draw off fuel from fuel tank
Remove fuel pump . See 16 14 010 Removing and installing/replacing fuel pump (US vehicles with N51 engines) .

Unclip retaining clip (1) at top and bottom and slide out of holder (2). Installation: Retaining clip (1) is an integral part of the repair kit and must be fitted in each case.

Fig 1: Removing Holder

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Unlock fuel gauge sensor (1) in direction of arrow. Slide fuel gauge sensor in direction of arrow out of holder (2).

Fig 2: Sliding Fuel Gauge Sensor

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Installation: Position retaining clip (1) with longer guide pin (2) in holder at top (3). Position shorter guide pin (4) in holder at bottom (5). Slide in retaining clip (1). Ensure retaining clip is correctly engaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Guide Pins With Retaining Clips

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