Fuel tank, removing and installing: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

Review safety measures before starting work, refer to Safety precautions when working on the fuel supply system .

NOTE:

The battery ground strap must eventually be disconnected in the further course of work. Check whether the vehicle has a coded radio system. It may be necessary to disable the theft-deterrent feature by entering the appropriate code.

Disconnect battery ground strap with ignition off.
Open fuel filler door.
Remove right rear fender liner: Refer to 66 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
Remove rear axle: Refer to 42 REAR SUSPENSION

Fig 1: Cover & Bolts From Under Fuel Tank

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Remove covers underneath fuel tank - arrows -.
Empty tank and clean around fuel filler tube.
Remove retaining screw and fuel filler door module together with rubber seal.
Remove retaining screw on filler neck.

Remove vent lines on EVAP canister.

NOTE:

Press the buttons on the hose couplings together to remove.

Seal lines so that no dirt can get into fuel system
Fold rear seat bench forward.
Remove cover underneath seat bench.

Fig 2: Fuel Delivery Connector

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Remove electrical connector - arrow - from flange.

Fig 3: Fuel Supply Hose, Return Hose & Breather Hose

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Separate return line - 2 - (blue), feed line - 1 - (black) and vent line - 3 - (white) at joint.

NOTE:

Press the tabs on the hose couplings together.

CAUTION: The feed line is under pressure! Place clean rags around the hose connections, then reduce the pressure by disconnecting the hose very slowly and carefully.

Cover lines so that no dirt can get into fuel system.
Remove tightening straps. Support fuel tank with Engine and gearbox jack VAG 1383 A.
Lower fuel tank.