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

Fig 1: Identifying Connectors And Electrical Wires

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-- Lift the retaining tabs -4 and 5- using a screwdriver and pull the fuel level sensor downward and off in the -direction of the arrow-.

Installing, Old Version

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

-- Connect the electrical connectors 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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-- Release the electrical connectors and remove the electrical wires.

Installing, New Version

-- Connect the connectors and check for secure locking.

-- Install the fuel level sensor into the guide in the fuel delivery unit and press down until engagement.

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