Installing
- For the correct tightening specifications, refer to «FUEL TANK WITH ATTACHMENTS OVERVIEW»(ref-505616-S22212655102012100100000) .
Install in reverse order, paying attention to the following
Position the fuel tank with mounting straps to underbody using the V.A.G 1383 A.
Attach wiring harness at top of the fuel tank.
Make sure the fuel tank is positioned so that the filler tube can be correctly guided into the opening of the body.
First tighten fuel tank at securing points -1, 3, 4 and 7- and then at -2, 5 and 6-.
Ensure filler tube threaded connections -2 and 4- are free of corrosion so the Ground (GND) connection to the body is not affected.
Tighten fuel filler tube bolts -4- and -5-.
Check if the GND wiring on both connections show signs of oxidation, remove if necessary.
Route GND connection -1- as shown in illustration.
Ensure GND connection connector -arrows- is seated firmly on protective plate -5- and on filler tube -3-.
| WARNING | Risk of explosion due to electrostatic charge. After installing, check electrical connection on fuel filler neck metal ring to an empty spot on the body using an Ohm meter. Specified value: Approximately 0 ohms. |
Attach the electrical wiring for the ABS speed sensor to the fuel filler tube bracket.
Install ventilation line to EVAP canister on filler tube.
Install rear right wheel housing liner. Refer to Removal and Installation .
Install the driveshaft. Refer to Removal and Installation .
Install the rear section of the exhaust system. Refer to [For engine(s) CEPB] Removal and Installation or to [For engine(s) CETA, CCTA] Removal and Installation or to [For engine(s) CDMA] Removal and Installation or to [For engine(s) CBRA] Removal and Installation or to [For engine(s) BPY] Removal and Installation .
TT Roadster
Install diagonal braces. Refer to Removal and Installation .
All Vehicles
Connect the battery. Observe safety precautions after connecting battery. Refer to [For transmission(s) 02E] Removal and Installation .