Fuel Supply

Safety Precautions

CAUTION!
During all repair procedures on the fuel tank, be aware of the following:

• Route all the various lines (e.g. for fuel, EVAP system, or vacuum) and electrical wiring so that the original routing positions are restored.

• Make sure that the ground (-) strap between the fuel filler tube and body is securely fastened, to prevent electrostatic charging.

• Ensure sufficient clearance to all moving or hot components.

• For safety reasons, fuses - 13 - and - 14 - - arrow - must be removed before opening fuel system because fuel pump can be activated by door contact switch in driver's door.





• Fuses 13 and 14 are located in fuse holder of electric box in plenum chamber on left.

Always observe the following when removing and installing the fuel level sensor or the fuel pump (fuel delivery unit) from full or partially filled fuel tanks:

CAUTION!
Fuel supply lines are under pressure! Wear protective goggles and protective gloves to avoid damage and contact with skin. Before removing from hose connection wrap a cloth around the connection. Then release pressure by carefully pulling hose off connection.

• Already before starting work, switch on exhaust extraction system and place an extraction hose close to the sensor installation opening of fuel tank to extract escaping fuel fumes. If no exhaust extraction system is available, a radial fan (as long as motor is not in air flow) with a displacement greater than 15 m3/h can be used.

• Prevent fuel from contacting skin! Wear fuel-resistant gloves!