Removing and installing/replacing the delivery unit (61 l gasoline) (Cooper)
Special tools required:
- 2 452 189
- 2 445 958
- 33 5 070
Recycling
Fuel leakages when fuel lines are detached.
Have a suitable collecting vessel ready.
Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Attention!
Ensure that the workplace is adequately ventilated!
Avoid skin contact (wear gloves)!
Ensure cleanliness when performing repairs on the open fuel system. Dirt contamination in the fuel tank may impair driving or may even result in vehicle breakdown.
Preliminary work needed:
Removal:
Turn the sealing cap of floor panel (2) on plastic tabs (1) in the arrow direction.
Remove floor panel sealing cap (2).
If unscrewing is not possible, destroy the floor panel sealing cap (2) and replace it.
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Attention!
To unlock/lock or disconnect/connect the fuel line with a quick connector, no tool must be used.
To unlock snap fastener (1) on the fuel line, follow the instructions given below.
Press in locks (1) and (2) in the arrow direction.
Disconnect fuel lines (1) and (2) in the arrow direction.
Press the snap fastener towards the delivery unit. Then press locks (1) and (2) in the arrow direction and detach the snap fastener in the arrow direction.
Position special tool 2 452 189 or 2 445 958 (1) on locking ring (2) from above.
Connect special tool 33 5 070 to the 1/2" reversible ratchet head (3) and set it on special tool 2 452 189 or 2 445 958.
Release locking ring (2) in counterclockwise direction.
Raise service cap (1) in the arrow direction.
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Unlock and disconnect snap fasteners (1).
Remove delivery unit (2).
Installation:
Attention!
Replace the gasket (1) after each disassembly of the delivery unit.
Parts: Replace gasket.
Mount gasket (1).
Position delivery unit (2).
Attach snap fasteners (1) and lock.
Connect plug connection (1).
Install service cap (1) in the arrow direction.
Position special tool 2 452 189 or 2 445 958 (1) on locking ring (2) from above.
Connect special tool 33 5 070 to the 1/2" reversible ratchet head (3) and set it on special tool 2 452 189 or 2 445 958.
Tighten locking ring (2) in clockwise direction.
Attention!
Make sure that detent of locking ring for fuel tank is correctly engaged!
Attention!
To unlock/lock or disconnect/connect the fuel line with a quick connector, no tool must be used.
Procedure for installing a new fuel line:
When installing a new fuel line, ensure that lock (1) protrudes.
Insert fuel line (2) into fuel line (1).
Slide fuel line (2) into fuel line (1) by clicking the first lock (white).
Lock the red lock (1) in the arrow direction.
Lock (1) can be locked only if the fuel lines are connected correctly.
Check to ensure that snap fastener (1) locks in place correctly.
The snap fastener must engage audibly and perceptibly.
A traction check is not permitted!
Procedure for installing a previous fuel line:
When installing a fuel line that has already been installed, the red lock (1) is already pressed down.
Slide fuel line (2) into fuel line (1) in the arrow direction until the two locks lock audibly.
Check to ensure that snap fastener (1) locks in place correctly.
The snap fastener must engage audibly and perceptibly.
A traction check is not permitted!
Locking tabs (1) and (2) must be locked in place.
Position the snap fastener in the arrow direction and lock it in place.
Attention!
Check the locking mechanisms of the snap fastener for damages and replace if necessary!
Check that the snap fastener locks in place correctly.
The snap fastener must engage audibly and perceptibly.
A traction check is not permitted!
Connect plug connection (1).
Always replace floor panel sealing cap.
Reusing it poses a risk of leakage.
Coat gasket in area (1) using Carbaflo KSP 105 lubricant (see applicable BMW Electronic Parts Catalog).
Mount floor panel sealing cap (1).
Lock the sealing cap of floor panel (1) in place on plastic tabs (2) up to the stop in the arrow direction.
Required follow-up work: