Draining the fuel tank

K4J or K4M

Essential special tools
Mot. 1311-08	Fuel pressure test connector

Required tools

pneumatic fuel tank transfer pump for petrol or diesel

WARNING

During this operation, it is essential to:

• not smoke or bring hot objects near the work area,
• protect yourself against fuel spray caused by residual pressure in the pipework,
• protect areas sensitive to fuel flow.

DRAINING THE FUEL TANK

K4J

• Disconnect the fuel supply fitting (1).
• Fit a "T" fitting (3) in its place (Mot.1311-08).
• Fit a hose (2) of sufficient length to the outlet of the "T" fitting so that the pump discharges into a container.

WARNING: It is essential to switch off the ignition for this operation.

K4M

• Disconnect the fuel supply fitting (1).
• Fit a "T" fitting (3) in its place (Mot.1311-08).
• Fit a hose (2) of sufficient length to the outlet of the "T" fitting so that the pump discharges into a container.

WARNING: It is essential to switch off the ignition for this operation.

• Remove the cover from the protection and switching unit.

• Move the electrical connector (4) aside without disconnecting it.

• Disconnect the brown connector (6) from the protection and switching unit.

• Connect terminal (5) of the brown connector to battery + to run the fuel pump.
• Let the fuel drain until it starts to flow intermittently.
• Disconnect the battery + from terminal (5).

Note: A pneumatic fuel tank transfer pump for petrol or diesel (see Equipment catalogue) may also be used. It must be fitted to the "T" fitting (Mot. 1311-08) (see Draining the fuel tank F9Q, K9K).

F9Q or K9K

Essential equipment

pneumatic fuel tank transfer pump for petrol or diesel

WARNING

During this operation, it is essential to:

• not smoke or bring hot objects near the work area,
• protect yourself against fuel spray caused by residual pressure in the pipework,
• protect areas sensitive to fuel flow.

DRAINING THE FUEL TANK

Note: Diesel vehicles have no electric fuel pump, so the pneumatic fuel tank transfer pump for petrol or diesel must be used to drain the tank.

• Lift the rear seat cushion.

• Remove the carpet retaining clip.
• Pull back the carpet

• Remove:

• the four screws (1) of the cover plate,
• the cover plate,
• the cap (2) of the inspection opening.

• Disconnect

• the connector (3) of the fuel gauge sender,
• the connector (4) of the ride height sensor (if fitted),
• the fitting (5).

• Provide for fuel drainage.
• Connect the rubber hose of the pneumatic pump to the outlet of the suction unit.
• Drain the fuel tank.