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Check testing equipment for leaks!

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Select "Measurement/Pressure" function on Diagnosis and Information System (DIS).

Using pressure regulator on special tool 16 1 171, increase pressure by 0.2 bar.

Using special tool 13 3 010 clamp off feed line from special tool 16 1 171.

Read off and note down pressure.

Wait 60 secs.

Read off pressure again and compare with starting pressure value.

Measurement evaluation:

PRESSURE DROP EVALUATION CHART

Pressure drop > 0.012 bar Testing equipment leaking.
Check connection points for leaks.

Check fuel filler cap pressure relief valve! 

Select "Measurement/Pressure" function on Diagnosis and Information System (DIS).

Using pressure regulator on special tool 16 1 171, increase pressure by 0.3 bar.

Using special tool 13 3 010 clamp off feed line from special tool 16 1 171.

Read off and note down pressure.

Wait 60 secs.

Read off pressure value again and compare with starting pressure value.

Measurement evaluation:

PRESSURE DROP EVALUATION CHART

Pressure drop > 0.012 bar Filler cap pressure relief valve faulty.
Replace fuel tank cap.