11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Installing the fuel tank
Danger
Fire hazard
Fuel is highly flammable.
The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled.
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Do not fuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes.
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Switch off the engine for refueling.
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Make sure that no fuel is spilled; particularly not on hot parts of the vehicle.
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If any fuel is spilled, wipe it off immediately.
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Observe the specifications for refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning
Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid skin, eye and clothing contact with fuel.
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Immediately consult a doctor if you swallow fuel.
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Do not inhale fuel vapors.
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In case of skin contact, rinse the affected area with plenty of water.
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Rinse the eyes thoroughly with water, and consult a doctor in case of fuel contact with the eyes.
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Change your clothing in case of fuel spills on them.
Main work
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Check the throttle cable routing. (
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Position the fuel tank and fit the two spoilers laterally to the
radiator.
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Make sure that no cables or throttle cables are trapped or dam-
aged.
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Attach the fuel tank breather hose to the fuel tank lid.
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Mount and tighten screws
1
with the collar bushings.
Guideline
Screw, fuel tank
spoiler on radiator
M6
6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft)
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Mount and tighten screw
2
with the rubber bushing.
Guideline
Remaining screws,
chassis
M6
10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)