Installing Fuel Tank
- Lift the fuel tank on a transmission jack with the help of another mechanic if necessary.
- Slowly move the fuel tank into installation position with the transmission jack and with the help of a second mechanic. Guide components into position carefully when doing this. Guide the vent line into the bore on the body. Clip in lines at the top of the fuel tank on the body side while raising the tank.
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- 2.1. Position and fit fastening devices (restraining straps) → Fuel tank mounting
. Fit the center retaining bracket first. -4- → Tightening torque: 23 Nm (17 ftlb.)
- Remove the transmission jack after fitting the restraining straps. → Supporting fuel tank
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- Fit lines at the fuel tank. → Lines at fuel tank
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- Fit heat shields at the fuel tank. → Heat shields for fuel tank
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- Fit filler neck inside the wheel housing.
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- 6.1. Fit screws -1 and 2-
. Don't forget the ground strap (earth). → Tightening torque: 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.)
- 6.2. Fit vent line -right illustration-
behind the bore on the body at the plug connection (pull on the line if necessary to check that it is secure).
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- Feed run-off line on the sealing sleeve through at the filler tube. → Sealing sleeve
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- Seal the cap. → Fuel tank flap and catch
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