Removal (5-Series)
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- Siphon out as much fuel as possible from fuel tank. Remove rear seat. Remove or cut insulation mat along perforated line and fold open. Remove rubber grommet. Remove 3 fuel pump/sending unit cover screws. Disconnect electrical connectors.
- Remove hose clamp. Disconnect hose. Loosen screw cap with Special Tool (161020). Lift out fuel level sensor. Compress retaining hook on fuel pump (Black housing). Remove fuel pump from fuel baffle (White housing). Disconnect fuel pump electrical connectors. Remove hose clamp and carefully remove spiral hose. Remove fuel pump.