Fuel Pump: Service and Repair

Removing And Installing Fuel Pump

Preliminary work - Carrera 2
1. Place protective covers on the vehicle.
2. Disconnect and remove battery.






3. Remove carrier plate for battery. Unscrew four M8 hexagon collar nuts -1- and remove lid. Check seal for damage and replace it if necessary.
4. Remove fuel level sensor.
5. Empty the fuel tank.

Removing fuel pump - Carrera 2






1. Turn fuel pump anti-clockwise (bayonet lock) and guide it carefully out of the opening of the tank (pay attention to installation position).

Installing fuel pump - Carrera 2






1. Fit fuel pump at fuel tank mounting point.






2. Turn fuel pump clockwise as far as it will go.

Subsequent work - Carrera 2
1. Install fuel level sensor.
2. Install carrier plate for battery. Tighten four hexagon nuts. Tightening torque: 23 (17 ft.lb.) Nm.
3. Install battery.
4. Fill the fuel that you removed back into the tank.
5. Carry out a function test and check the system for leaks.
6. Remove protective covers.