Removing Fuel Line - Fuel Pump To Wheel Housing Connection Point

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Fig 1: Overview Of Fuel Lines

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The direction of travel is identified by an arrow with the designation x

Release the plug -arrows A- and pull off -arrow B- .

Fig 2: Removing Connector
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Unscrew fastening screw -arrows 1- .

Fig 3: Removing Cover
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Unscrew the fastening nuts -arrows 2- and remove the cover.
Release the line holder -arrow A- , open it -arrow B- and unclip the fuel line -arrow C- .

Fig 4: Removing Line Holder
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Before disconnecting the fuel line, it is essential to observe the safety instructions in → WM 1001AW The most important working regulations and warning notes
Release the clamp lugs -arrow A- on the fuel pump and on the connection point in the wheel housing -arrow B- .

Fig 5: Removing Fuel Lines
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Pull out the line on both ends of the connections -arrows C- .
Press out the line with the rubber grommet -arrow A- inwards -arrow B- .

Fig 6: Pressing Out Line And Rubber Grommet
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Remove the fuel line first to the rear -arrow C- , and then downward -arrows D- . If necessary, twist the fuel line slightly when removing it.