Replacing the Level Sensor For the Gas Tank

Replacing the level sensor for the gas tank

Caution! When replacing the level sensor the tank must be removed from the car. The tank must be placed upright so that the float is not damaged.

Caution! When replacing components on the tank, the gas pipes and the tank must be drained. The battery negative terminal must be disconnected during all work carried out on gas installations. See Battery, disconnecting Battery Disconnecting.Do not damage the seals.

Removing level sensor assembly





Note! Always clean around any connections that will be disconnected. This is to prevent contaminants from entering the system.

Remove:
- the guard for the gas tank
- the connector
- the four screws
Note! There may be residual pressure in the tank. Slacken off the screws one revolution and release using a screwdriver and allow the gas to hiss out.

Warning! Take care when working with highly pressurized gas. There is a risk of explosion and cold damage. Carry out any work outdoors or in a workshop with extraction fans.

the level sensor assembly.

Installing the level sensor assembly

Caution! Before installation, check that the pipe ends and connections are undamaged.

Install:
- level sensor, assembly with new gasket
- four screws. Tighten to 6 Nm
- the connector. Check for leakage.
- the guard for the gas tank.
Connect the connector in the cargo compartment.

Replacing the electronic level sensor

Hint: The gas tank does not need to be emptied when replacing the analog level sensor.

Removing analog level sensors





Remove:
- the guard for the gas tank
- the connector
- the two screws
- slacken off the level sensor and turn the pipe first 180° clockwise and then 180° counter-clockwise. Rotate the level sensor to the correct position with a magnet
- the cable.

Installing analog level sensors

Install:
- the cable
- the level sensor. Rotate the level sensor to the correct position with a magnet
- the two screws
- the connector
- the guard for the gas tank.