Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

16 14 016 - Removing and installing/replacing fuel filter with pressure regulator





Special tools required:
- 16 1 020 16 1 020 Pin Wrench





Recycling
Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached. Have a suitable collecting container ready.

Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.





Important!
Ensure adequate ventilation in the place of work!

Avoid skin contact (wear gloves)!

Ensure absolute cleanliness when working on the open fuel tank.

Contaminants in the fuel tank can impair driving operation or may even result in vehicle breakdown!

Before starting the engine for the first time:

- Fill fuel tank with at least 5 liters of fuel.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Draw off fuel from fuel tank Procedures.
- Remove rear seat bench Rear Seat, Through-Loading.





Release screws (1) and remove cover (2) from right side of fuel tank.





Release sealing ring with special tool 16 1 020 16 1 020 Pin Wrench and remove cap for service opening.

Tightening torque 16 14 2AZ 16 14 Fuel Pump.





Installation:
Service cap can only be installed in one position.

When installing, make sure lug (1) of service cap engages in corresponding opening on fuel tank.

During torque tightening, notch (3) on screw cap can be clearly heard and felt to engage toothed segment (4) on fuel tank.

Always replace seal (2).





Press retaining lugs (2) together simultaneously in direction of arrow and detach fuel line (1) from pressure filter.





Unlock line connection (1) and detach from pressure regulator.





Remove fuel filter with pressure regulator (1) from mounting in direction of arrow.





Installation:
When installing, make sure that turning lock (1) on fuel filter engages opening (2) on fuel filter holder.





Disconnect grounding cable (1) from pressure regulator and fuel filter.