Fuel Tank and Attachments Overview
Fuel Tank and Attachments Overview
• Fuel hoses at the engine may only be secured with spring type clamps appropriate for the model type.
• Hose clip pliers (VAS 6362) or (V.A.G 1921) are recommended for installing spring clamps.
1 Cap
• Replace if damaged.
2 Bolt
3 Ground Connection
• Make sure it is secure.
4 Vent Line
• To the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister.
• Make sure it is secure.
5 Lock Ring
• 110 Nm
• Make sure it is secure.
• Use the wrench (3087) for removal and installation.
6 Fuel Delivery Unit
• Removing and installing, refer to => [ Fuel Delivery Unit ] Fuel Delivery Unit.
• Checking the fuel pump. Refer to => [ Fuel Pump, Checking ] Fuel Pump, Checking.
• Pay attention to the installed position on the fuel tank. Refer to => [ Installed Position of the Fuel Delivery Unit Flange and Fuel Level Sensor 2 ].
• With the fuel level sensor.
• Fuel level sensor removing and installing. Refer to => [ Fuel Level Sensor G ] Fuel Level Sensor G.
• Clean the screen if it is dirty.
7 Supply Line
• Black
• Attached to the side of the fuel tank.
• Make sure it is secure.
8 Flange, Left Side
• With the fuel level sensor 2,
• With the suction jet pump.
• With a pressure relief valve.
• With the fuel filter.
• Removing and installing, refer to => [ Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 ] Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169.
9 Bolt
• 3.5 Nm
10 Fuel Pump Control Module Bracket
11 Fuel Pump Control Module (J538)
• Removing and installing, refer to => [ Fuel Pump Control Module J583 ] Fuel Pump Control Module J583.
12 Seal
• Replace if damaged.
• Install the seal into the fuel tank opening dry.
• Lubricate with fuel only when installing the flange.
13 Fuel Tank
• Support the fuel tank using the engine-/gearbox jack (V.A.G 1383 A).
• Removing and installing, refer to => [ Fuel Tank ] Fuel Tank.
14 Bolt
• 25 Nm
• Always replace.
• Only use bolts with loose washers to secure the fuel tank straps. The straps could twist when the bolts are tightened if other bolts are used. For the correct bolts, refer to the Parts Catalog.
15 Securing Strap
• Pay attention to the installed position.
16 Bolt
• 25 Nm
• Always replace.
17 Retainer
18 Heat Shield
19 Vent Line
• Attached to the side of the fuel tank.
• Make sure it is secure.
20 Vent Line
• Make sure it is secure.
21 Bolt
• 8 Nm + an additional 90° (1/4) turn.
• Always replace.
22 Fuel Filler Door Unit
• With a rubber cup.
Installed Position of the Fuel Delivery Unit Flange and Fuel Level Sensor 2
Fuel delivery unit - 3 -:
The tab - 1 - points in the direction of travel.
Fuel level sensor 2 (- 2 -):
The tab - 1 - points in the direction of travel.
• Do not pay attention to the arrows on the lock rings.