11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 57
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(XC‑F US)
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Unplug connector
1
of the fuel pump.
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Clean plug-in connection
2
of the fuel line thoroughly with compressed air.
Info
Under no circumstances should dirt enter into the fuel line. Dirt in the
fuel line clogs the injection valve!
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– Disconnect the plug-in connection of the fuel line.
Info
Remaining fuel may flow out of the fuel hose.
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Mount wash cap set
3
.
Wash cap set (81212016100)
– Pull the fuel tank breather hose off the tank lid.
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Remove screw
4
with the rubber bushing.
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Remove screws
5
with the collar bushings.
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– Pull both spoilers off the sides of the radiator bracket and lift off the fuel tank.
11.33 Installing the fuel tank
Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled.
– Do not refuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes.
– Switch off the engine for refueling.
– Make sure that no fuel is spilled; particularly not on hot parts of the vehicle.
– If any fuel is spilled, wipe it off immediately.
– Observe the specifications for refueling.