SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11
75
11.36
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.
–
Do not fuel 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 harmful to health.
–
Avoid skin, eye and clothing contact with fuel.
–
Immediately consult a doctor if you swallow fuel.
–
Do not inhale fuel vapors.
–
Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
–
Rinse the eyes thoroughly with water, and consult a doctor in case of fuel contact with the eyes.
–
Change your clothing if fuel spills on them.
Main work
–
Check the throttle cable routing. (
A01185-10
–
Position the fuel tank and fit the two spoilers laterally to the
radiator.
–
Make sure that no cables or throttle cables are trapped or
damaged.
–
Attach the fuel tank breather hose to the fuel tank lid.
–
Mount and tighten screws
1
with the collar bushings.
Guideline
Screw, fuel tank
spoiler on radiator
M6
6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft)
A01221-10
–
Mount and tighten screw
2
with the rubber bushing.
Guideline
Remaining screws,
chassis
M6
10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)