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Fuel Pressure Sensor: Service and Repair






Fuel Pressure Sensor

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Assembly tool (T10118)

Socket wrench insert 27 mm (VAS 5301/7)

Removing

- Release the high side pressure. Refer to => [ High Side Fuel Pressure, Releasing ] Service and Repair.

- Remove the coolant pipe and oil dipstick guide tube bolts - arrows - from the intake manifold.





- Press the oil dipstick tube down and to the right - arrow -.





- Disconnect the electrical connector from the fuel pressure sensor using the (T10118).

CAUTION!
Fuel rail is pressurized! Wear protective goggles and protective clothing to prevent injuries and contact with skin. Before loosening the fuel pressure sensor , place a cloth around the connection point. Then release the pressure by carefully loosening.

- Remove the fuel pressure sensor using the (VAS 5301/7).

Installing

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal, noting the following:

Tightening specification: 20 Nm.