Fuel Level Sensor

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NOTE:

Phased-in introduction of fuel delivery units with a changed fuel level sensor.

Removing, Old Version

-- Remove the fuel delivery unit. Refer to FUEL DELIVERY UNIT .

-- Release the connectors -arrows- and remove the wires -1, 2 and 3-.

Fig 1: Identifying Direction To Release Connectors And Remove Electrical Wires

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-- Lift the retaining tabs -4 and 5- with a screwdriver and pull the fuel level sensor downward and off -arrow-.

Installing, Old Version

-- Install the fuel level sensor into the guides of the fuel delivery unit and press up until engagement.

-- Connect the connector and check for secure locking.

-- Install the fuel delivery unit. Refer to FUEL DELIVERY UNIT .

Removing, New Version

-- Remove the fuel delivery unit. Refer to FUEL DELIVERY UNIT .

-- Pull the fuel level sensor slightly to the side and simultaneously upward.

Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Level Sensor G Pulled Slightly To Side And Simultaneously Upward

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-- Disengage the electrical connectors -1 through 3- and disconnect them.

Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Level Sensor Electrical Wires

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Installing

-- Connect the connectors -1 through 3- and make sure they are locked.

Fig 4: Identifying Fuel Level Sensor Electrical Wires

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-- Insert the fuel level sensor into the guide on the fuel delivery unit and press down until engagement.

-- Install the fuel delivery unit. Refer to FUEL DELIVERY UNIT .