Caution! To reduce weight, the fuel tank must be empty when removed. If necessary, pump out fuel from the tank.
Turn off the ignition and all electrical consumers and remove the ignition key from the lock. Remove the rear seat. Disconnect the cover "1" of the flange at the "arrow" fixing points using the wedge "3409". Disconnect the connector "1" of the fuel pump.
Car with independent heater
Disconnect connector "2" of the independent heater metering pump.
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Press the fastening "2" upwards in the direction of "arrow A", grasping it with your finger between the supporting base of the body and the fuel tank. At the same time, carefully remove the fuel pump control unit from the clamp "J538" "1" via wiring "3" "arrow B". Remove the fuel pump control unit "J53B" between the fuel tank and the supporting base. Open the fuel tank flap. Clean the area around the filler neck.
Unscrew the cap "1" of the filler neck.
Note: To prevent dirt from entering, cover the filler neck opening with a clean cloth.
Remove the right rear wheel. Remove the rear right mudguard. Remove the brake caliper of the right rear wheel and put it aside. Disconnect the connector of the ABS sensor of the rear right wheel and remove the wire from the fasteners on the rear axle. Disconnect the ventilation hoses -1 and 2- of the adsorber, to do this, disconnect the quick-release couplings. Disconnect the ventilation hoses from the fasteners on the "arrow" bracket.
Disconnect the ventilation hose "1" from the bracket mount "arrow". Disconnect the exhaust pipe with a body saw, for example "VAG 1523 A" or a cutting machine and remove the central and rear parts of the exhaust system separately.
Remove screws "1" and "2" of the filler neck.
Warning! Risk of injury from fuel under high pressure. To relieve pressure in the fuel system, place a clean rag around the connector and carefully loosen the connection.
Unlock the parking brake cable from the fasteners.
Disconnect the ventilation hose -3- and the fuel line "2".
Note: On vehicles with independent or additional heating, it will also be necessary to disconnect the fuel line "1" of the metering pump "V54". The fuel tank has a large mass - risk of accident. When removing, the fuel tank must be empty.
Unscrew bolt "5". Remove exhaust system suspension bracket "arrow". Unscrew screw "3" and remove tension band "7".
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Support the fuel tank with a jack for engines and transmission units "VAG 1383A".
Loosen the fastening screws "2", "4" and "6". Loosen the nuts of the fuel tank heat shield and remove the shield. Lower the fuel tank slightly using the jack for engines and transmission units "VAG 1383A".
Note: A second mechanic will be required to remove the fuel tank. Be careful not to damage any of the wires.
With the help of a second mechanic, move the fuel tank to the side and lower it. Route the filler nipple between the rear suspension and the body.
Installation
Note: On vehicles with independent or additional heating, it is necessary to check the tightness of the metering pump -V54- on the bracket.
Check both ground connections for corrosion, clean if necessary. Check the mounting position of the ground wire.
Note: A second mechanic will be required to install the fuel tank. Be careful not to damage any of the wires.
With the help of a second mechanic, route the filler neck between the rear suspension and the body and support the fuel tank with a jack for engines and transmission units "VAG 1383A". Installation is in the reverse order. Ventilation and fuel lines should be laid without kinks. Do not confuse the supply and ventilation lines (ventilation - white, supply - black). Ensure a reliable connection of the lines. After installing the fuel tank, check whether the lines are secured to it.