Fuel Tank, Removing And Installing: Installing: Notes

Install in reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following:

-- Guide the filler neck between the rear axle and the body.

-- If equipped, make sure the Metering Pump -V54- is seated securely on the bracket.

• Be careful to guide the fuel tank filler tube correctly into the opening in the body.
• Make sure vent and fuel lines are not kinked.
• Make sure the supply, return and breather lines are still clipped to the fuel tank after the fuel tank has been installed.
• Position the fuel tank together with the mounting strap on the underbody using :VAG1383A  .
• Make sure the line connections are securely fastened.
• Check the fit by pulling on it.

-- Check the ground wires for traces of oxidation on the connectors. Remove any oxidation if necessary.