Fuel supply system - Petrol engines

Removing and installing fuel gauge sender -G-, vehicles with front-wheel drive

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Removing

  • Remove fuel delivery unit → Chapter.
  • Note colour assignment of cables -1- for re-installation.
  • Release and pull off connectors -1- on sealing flange.
  • Disengage and move clear electrical wiring at retainer -arrow-.
  • Release locking lugs -3- and -4- from tabs.
  • Pull out fuel gauge sender -G--2- upwards.
  • Bend back the locking hooks of the connectors.

Installing:

  • Install in reverse order. In the process, note the following:
  • Note colour assignment of contacts.
  • Check connectors are secured properly by pulling.
  • Insert fuel gauge sender -G- into guide on fuel delivery unit and press down until it engages.
  • Install fuel delivery unit → Chapter.
Removing and installing fuel gauge sender -G-, vehicles with front-wheel drive

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