16 11 060 Removing and installing or replacing fuel filler pipe

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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)!
After installation of fuel tank/prior to first engine start-up:

Fill fuel tank with at least 5 liters of fuel.
Check ground connection at fuel filler neck to body for continuity. If necessary, clean contact surface between body and fuel filler pipe screw connection.

Necessary preliminary tasks

Unhook retaining strap (1) from tank flap.

Open cap and set to one side.

Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Strap

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IMPORTANT: There may still be residual amounts of fuel in the tank.
Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Unfasten hose clip (1).

Detach fuel filler hose from fuel filler pipe.

Installation:

Replace hose clip.

Tightening torque 16 12 1AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Hose Clip

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Unlock quick-release fastener (1) and detach vent hose (2).

Unscrew nut (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Nuts, Fastener And Vent Hose

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Installation:

Tightening torque 16 12 2AZ .

Withdraw fuel filler pipe (2) completely out of rubber gaiter at wheel arch and feed out.

Installation:

Make sure rubber cup fits correctly.

Fig 4: Identifying Nuts

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Installation:

Clean contact surface on body and earth cable on fuel filler pipe.

Ground connection must be guaranteed.