Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor: Service and Repair

WARNING
Removal of the tank pressure sensor involves partial dismantling of the car's fuel system. The following points must therefore be observed in connection with this work:
- Work only in a well-ventilated area! If approved equipment for the extraction of fuel vapor is available then make sure it is used.
- Wear suitable gloves! Prolonged contact with fuel can cause skin irritation.
- Keep a class BE fire extinguisher close by! Be mindful of the danger of sparks caused by short circuits and when connecting and disconnecting leads in electrical circuits.
- Smoking is strictly forbidden.
- Wear protective goggles.

To remove
1 Remove the fuel tank.
2 Clean around the pressure sensor with compressed air.





3 Undo the screw on the pressure sensor.
4 Carefully remove the pressure sensor.

To fit





1 Make sure the sealing surfaces are clean.
2 Apply acid-free Vaseline or equivalent to the O-ring.
3 Fit the pressure sensor.
4 Tighten the screw.
5 Fit the fuel tank.