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Fuel lines tank - engine bay, B207, 4WD

Fuel lines tank - engine bay, B207, 4WD

Warning

Removal of the fuel filter involves partial dismantling of the car's fuel system. The following points must therefore be observed in connection with this work:

• Make sure a class BE fire extinguisher is close to hand! Consider the risk of sparking, e.g. when breaking circuits, short-circuits etc.

• Absolutely No Smoking!

• Ensure that there is a good exchange of air. If approved ventilation for the extraction of fuel fumes is available, this should be used.

• Wear protective gloves! Prolonged exposure of the hands to fuel can cause irritation to the skin.

• Wear protective goggles.


Important

Be particulary observant regardning cleanliness when working on the fuel system. Loss of function may occur due to very small particles. Prevent dirt and grime from entering the fuel system by cleaning the connections and plugging pipes and lines during disassembly. Use 82 92 948 Plugs, A/C system assembly. Keep components free from contaminants during storage.


To remove


1. Reduce the fuel pressure by removing fuse 2 (A) while the engine is running (fuse 2 is located in the main fuse box in front of the battery). Once the engine has stopped, turn the ignition key to LOCK and refit the fuse.


2. RHD: Remove Air cleaner, B207 .

B207 with ethanol sensor: Remove the fuel line from the Ethanol sensor .

3. Unplug the fuel lines (A) in the engine bay, use 83 95 261 Fuel line tool, and plug the lines. Use 82 92 948 Plugs, A/C system, kit.


4. Lock the steering wheel in straight ahead position.

5. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

6. Raise the car.

7. Detach the steering shaft joint (A) from the steering gear.


8. Remove the rubber mountings (A) from the stays.


Important

Be careful with the flexible part. It must not be bent by more than 5°.


9. Remove the exhaust pipe's flange (A) and unload the flexipipe with 83 95 212 Strap .


10. Remove the rear torque rod's bolts (A).


11. Use a column jack to relieve the load on the subframe and remove the rear bolts (A) and stays.

Important

Be careful that the propeller shaft does not get damaged.



12. Lower the rear edge of the subframe.

13. Undo the fuel lines from their holders (A) and the brake pipes from the front holders (A).


14. Remove the right-hand protective cover (A).


15. Place a receptacle under the car and dismantle the fuel lines' quick couplings (A) at the fuel tank.

Important

Be careful that the brake pipes do not get damaged.



16. Remove the pipes.


To fit


1. Fit the fuel lines in their holders.


2. Connect the fuel lines (A) to the tank.


3. Fit the right-hand protective cover.


4. Raise the subframe using 83 95 311 Trolley lift with 83 94 801 Parent fixture and 83 96 137 Centring tool, subframe - body . Align the tool to the guide holes in the body. Fit the stays and the bolts (A).

Tightening torque, subframe 75 Nm + 135° (55 lbf ft +135°)

Tightening torque, stay 90 Nm + 45° (67 lbf ft + 45°)


5. Fit the bolts (A) that hold the rear torque rods to the subframe.

Tightening torque M10 65 Nm (48 lbf ft) M12 120 Nm (88 lbf ft)


6. Fit the rubber mountings (A) to the stays.


7. Fit the exhaust pipe's flange (A) and remove the strap.

Tightening torque 30 Nm (22 lbf ft)


Warning

Check that the bolt fits into the groove on the pinion shaft.


8. Fit the steering shaft joint (A) onto the steering gear. Clean the threads and apply Thread locking adhesive, Loctite 242 .

Tightening torque 30 Nm (22 lbf ft)


9. Lower the car.

10. Connect the fuel lines (A) in the engine bay.


11. RHD: Fit Air cleaner, B207 .

B207 with ethanol sensor: Fit the fuel line to the Ethanol sensor .

12. Reconnect the negative battery cable.

13. Carry out Procedures after reconnecting the battery .


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