Removing Fuel Tank Underbody Protection On Left:

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Release metal screws (1).

Release screws (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Metal Screws

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Release screws (1) on wheel arch trim, rear left.

Fig 2: Releasing Screws On Wheel Arch Trim, Rear Left

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Bend wheel arch trim open.

Release screw (1).

Fig 3: Releasing Screw

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Release screws (1).

Fig 4: Releasing Screw

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Release screws (1) and (2).

Release nuts (3).

Fig 5: Releasing Screws And Nuts

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Lower fuel tank underbody protection (1) only until access to fuel filter/pressure regulator is unhindered.

Fig 6: Lowering Fuel Tank Underbody

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Installation:

Check routing of handbrake cable on tank.

If necessary, clip handbrake cable into holders on tank.

NOTE: Fuel pressure regulator is integrated in fuel filter.

Disconnect vacuum hose.

Pull out locking bracket (1) in direction of arrow.

Remove fuel pressure regulator (2).

Fig 7: Disconnecting Vacuum Hose

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Installation:

Replace O-rings on fuel pressure regulator (1).

To aid installation, apply a thin coat of petroleum jelly to O-rings (1).

Fig 8: Identifying O-Rings

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