
12
SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Installing the fuel tank
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Danger
Fire hazard
Fuel is highly flammable.
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Never refuel the vehicle near open flames or burning cigarettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that no
fuel is spilt, especially on hot vehicle components. Clean up spilt fuel immediately.
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The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and may emerge if overfilled. Follow the instructions on refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning
Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Fuel must not come into contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. Do not breathe in the fuel vapors. If contact occurs with
the eyes, rinse with water immediately and contact a physician. Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with
soap and water. If fuel is swallowed, contact a physician immediately. Change clothing that is contaminated with fuel.
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Main work
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Check the throttle cable routing. (
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Make sure that no cables are trapped or damaged.
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Attach connector
1
of the fuel pump.
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Position the fuel tank.
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Position the intake flange on the throttle valve body.
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Tighten hose clamp
2
.
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Plug in connector
3
.
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Position engine breather hose
4
.
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Mount and tighten screws
5
on both sides.
Guideline
Screw, fuel tank
M8
15 Nm
(11.1 lbf ft)
Loctite
®
243™
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Mount and tighten screw
6
.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis
M6
10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
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Mount the fuel tank breather.