Fuel Tank, Removing And Installing: Installing: Notes

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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.