Closing The Fuel Tank

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Close the fuel tank. To do so, fit the sheetmetal ring and tighten using the key T10202. → Tightening torque: 140 Nm

Fig 1: Identifying Cap
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Fit all connections (fuel lines, ventilation tubes and electric connectors).

Fig 2: Locating Fuel Lines, Ventilation Tubes And Electric Connectors
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Fit the caps. Then tighten the fastening nuts on each cap. → Tightening torque: 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.) Refit carpeted floor and fix in place with double-sided adhesive tape.

Fig 3: Locating Fastening Nuts For Caps
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Tighten the mounting plates for the seat-belt buckles. Always use new fastening screws. For tightening torque see → WM 692519 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR BELT LOCK

Fig 4: Fastening Screws For Retaining Brackets For Seat-Belt Buckles
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Fold rear seat down again.
Fill the fuel tank.