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Fuel Tank and Attachments Assembly Overview






Fuel Tank and Attachments Assembly Overview





1 Bolt, 1.5 Nm

2 Cap

Replace if damaged.

3 Ground Connection

Ensure connection is securely seated.

4 Bolt, 11 Nm

5 Wiring Router

For the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) wire.

6 Bolt, 25 Nm

Always replace.

7 Fuel Tank

Draining, refer to --> [ Fuel Tank, Draining ] Fuel Tank, Draining.

Support using the engine and transmission jack (VAG 1383A) when removing.

Removing and installing, refer to --> [ Fuel Tank ] Fuel Tank.

Ventilation and vacuum lines on the filler tube, refer to --> [ EVAP System Assembly Overview ] Service and Repair.

8 Lock Washer

9 Suspended Mount

For the exhaust system.

Replace if damaged.

10 Securing Strap

Note the installed position.

11 Heat Shield

12 Fuel Supply Line

Black

Ensure the line is securely seated.

To disconnect, press the release button on the connection piece.

To the fuel rail.

13 Fuel Filter

Direction of flow is marked with arrows.

Do not interchange connections.

Assembly overview, refer to --> [ Fuel Filter Assembly Overview ] Fuel Filter Assembly Overview.

Installation position: The pin - 2 - on the fuel filter must engage in the recess - 1 - on the fuel filter bracket. Refer to --> [ Fuel Filter Installed Position ] Fuel Filter Assembly Overview.

Removing and installing, refer to --> [ Fuel Filter ] Fuel Filter.

14 Vent Line

Clipped to the side of the fuel tank.

Ensure the line is securely seated.

15 Seal

Always replace.

To install, place into the opening of the fuel tank dry.

Lubricate with fuel only when installing the fuel delivery unit.

16 Fuel Delivery Unit

Note the installed position on the fuel tank. Refer to --> [ Fuel Delivery Unit Installed Position ].

Removing and installing, refer to --> [ Fuel Delivery Unit ] Fuel Delivery Unit.

Checking transfer fuel pump, refer to --> [ Fuel Pump, Checking ] Fuel Pump, Checking.

With the fuel level sensor

Fuel level sensor, removing and installing. Refer to --> [ Fuel Level Sensor ] Removal and Replacement.

17 Locking Ring, 110 Nm

Ensure the ring is securely seated.

Use the wrench (T10202) to remove and install.

18 Fuel Supply Line

Black

Clipped to the side of the fuel tank.

Ensure the line is securely seated.

To disconnect, press the release button on the connection piece.

19 Fuel Return Line

Blue

Clipped to the side of the fuel tank.

Ensure the line is securely seated.

To disconnect, press the release button on the connection piece.

20 Fuel Filler Door Unit

With rubber gasket.

Fuel Delivery Unit Installed Position





The marking - 3 - on the fuel delivery unit points in the opposite direction of vehicle travel.

1. Fuel return line (blue)

2. Fuel supply line (black)

3. Marking

The fuel delivery unit can only be installed in this position.

After installing the fuel delivery unit, check whether the supply, return and ventilation lines are still clipped to the fuel tank.