When the Tank is Less Than 3/4 Full

When the Tank is Less Than 3/4 Full

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Trim Removal Wedge (3409)

• Wrench (T10202)

• Torque Wrench (40-200 Nm) (V.A.G 1332)

• Fuel Extracting Device (VAS 5190)

Attach the fuel extracting device (VAS 5190) ground wire to an ungrounded area on the body.

- Remove the rear seat bench.

- Remove the cover - 1 - from the fuel delivery unit using the trim removal wedge (3409) at the tabs - arrows -.






- Disconnect the connector - 1 - from the fuel delivery unit.






The fuel lines are under pressure.

Danger of personal injury to eyes and skin.

Wear protective eyewear and protective clothing in order to avoid injury and contact with the skin. Wrap a cloth around the connection before removing a fuel hose. Open the connection carefully and release the pressure.

- Disconnect the fuel line - 2 - from the fuel delivery unit flange - 3 -. Refer to => [ Coupling, Disconnecting ] Coupling, Disconnecting.

- Remove the lock ring using the wrench (T10202).






- Lift the flange.

- Insert the suction hose from the fuel extracting device (VAS 5190) as far as possible into the fuel tank and siphon out the fuel.

If fuel tank only needed to be emptied, reinstall the flange again.

Tightening Specification