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FUEL TANK, SEAT, TRIM
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- Position the fuel tank and fit the two spoilers to the sides of the radiator bracket.
- Make sure that no cables are trapped or damaged.
- Mount the fuel tank breather.
- Mount and tighten screw
O
with the rubber bushing.
Guideline
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Remaining screws, chassis
10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
- Position the collar bushings and horn, fit and tighten screws@.
Guideline
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Remaining screws, chassis
- Attach the connector of the horn.
- Attach connector
(D
of the fuel pump.
- Remove the wash cap set.
110 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
- Thoroughly clean the plug-in connection of the fuel line using compressed air.
Changing the fuel screen
Danger
Fire hazard
Fuel is highly flammable.
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Info
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Never let dirt enter the fuel line. Dirt in the fuel line clogs the injection
valve.
- Lubricate the 0-ring and connect plug-in connection
8
of the fuel line.
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Route the cable and fuel line at a safe distance from the exhaust system.
Finishing work
- Mount the seat. (
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p. 76)
The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled.
- Do not refuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes.
- Switch off the engine for refueling.
- Make sure that no fuel is spilled; particularly not on hot parts of the vehicle.
- If any fuel is spilled, wipe it off immediately.
- Observe the specifications for refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning
Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
- Avoid skin, eye and clothing contact with fuel.
- Immediately consult a doctor if you swallow fuel.
- Do not inhale fuel vapors.
- In case of skin contact, rinse the affected area with plenty of water.
- Rinse the eyes thoroughly with water, and consult a doctor in case of fuel contact with the eyes.
- Change your clothing in case of fuel spills on them.
Warning
Environmental hazard
Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment.
- Do not allow fuel to enter the groundwater, the soil, or the sewage system.