Fuel Delivery and Air Induction: Service and Repair

Fuel tank draining

Special tools:
951 2896 Hose 951 2896 Hose
951 2908 Protective pipe 951 2908 Protective Pipe

Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Preparatory work

Disconnecting the battery negative lead
Disconnect the battery negative cable. See: Battery disconnecting and connecting Battery Disconnecting and Connecting.

Draining

Draining fuel tank





Warning! Explosion risk. Use a fresh air mask.

Insert the hose: 951 2896 Hose 951 2896 Hose with protective pipe: 951 2908 Protective pipe 951 2908 Protective Pipe to protect the restriction washer in the fuel filler pipe.
Turn the hose whilst sliding it downwards so that it clears any obstacles.
Connect the hose to a fuel extractor.
Pump until air comes out.

Warning! Always follow the instructions for the fuel extractor to avoid accidents.

Remove the hose.

Note! Carefully pull out the hose to prevent damage to the evacuation valve.