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For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

    • SA9805E /KM-796-A Fuel Line Separator
    • KM-807 Closure Plugs

Removal Procedure

    Important: 

       • In the presence of fuel vapors or escaping fuel - observe safety regulations and national legislation. Store drained fuel in a suitable, sealable container.
       • The vehicle fuel system is designed in petrol engines as a return-free fuel system.

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.

  3. Disconnect the battery.
  4. • Disconnect the ground clamp from the ground terminal.
    • Remove the nut.
  5. Raise the vehicle all the way.

  6. Object Number: 1938290  Size: LH
  7. Remove the 4 line brackets (1) from the vehicle underbody.
  8. Remove the 4 bolts.


    Object Number: 1938292  Size: LF
  9. Remove the intermediate fuel pipe or the center vent line.
  10. • Remove the line from the 4 brackets (3).
    • Disconnect the 2 quick-release fittings (1 or 2) using SA9805E /KM-796-A .
    • Seal the line with KM-807 .

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the intermediate fuel pipe.
  2. • Install the 2 quick-release fittings.
    • Install the line into the 4 brackets.

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the 4 line brackets to the vehicle underbody.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the 4 bolts to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).

  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Connect the battery.
  7. Install the ground cable.

  8. For programming procedures, refer to Control Module References .
  9. Close the hood.