1353240 Replacing complete injection pipe (N51): Recycling

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Fuel escapes when fuel line is detached. Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Remove protective cap from compressed air valve.

Fig 1: Locating Dust Cap

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Connect compressed air line to compressed air valve.

Blow fuel back into tank with a short blast of compressed air (max. 3 bar).

Fig 2: Identifying Compressed Air Line

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Unclip plug connection (1) from holder (2) and disconnect.

Unclip wiring harnesses from holder (2) and connector strip (3).

Disconnect holder (2) from injection pipe.

Detach connector strip (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Removing Connector Strip

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IMPORTANT: When releasing and tightening down fuel line (1), it is absolutely essential to grip fuel rail (2)!

Release fuel line (1).

Tightening torque 13 53 11AZ .

Fig 4: Identifying Fuel Line And Fuel Rail

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Seal fuel hose with special tool 32 1 270 .

NOTE: Use only clean plugs.

Fig 5: Sealing Fuel Hose Using Special Tool (32 1 270)

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Release screws.

Tightening torque 13 53 2AZ .

Remove injection pipe (1).

Fig 6: Removing Injection Pipe

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Lever out retainers (1).

Pull fuel injectors out of injection pipe.