16 12 000 Removing and installing or replacing fuel gauge sensor (gasoline, right)

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Recycling

Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached. Have a suitable collecting container ready.

Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

IMPORTANT: Ensure adequate ventilation in the place of work!
Avoid skin contact (wear gloves)!
Before starting the engine for the first time:

Fill fuel tank with at least 5 liters of fuel.
Check TRANSFER FUNCTION OF SUCTION JET PUMP

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove FUEL PUMP

Carefully unlock tabs (1) and pull off fuel level sensor upwards in direction of arrow.

Disengage line (2) from holders.

Unlock plug connection (3) and detach from service cap.

Installation:

Fuel level sensor and connector must audibly snap into place!

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Tabs

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage:
Carefully feed cable out of cable guide.
Do not kink cable.