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WARNING!
Fuel system is under pressure! Place a cloth
around the connection point before opening
system. Then release pressure by carefully
loosening connection point.
Checking system pressure - Remove engine cover (arrows).
Note:
If fuel should escape at the vacuum connection of the pressure regulator
during the following pressure test, replace pressure regulator. - Connect VAG1318 pressure gauge using adapters
VAG1318/7, /1318/8 pressure hose with connectors and 1318/15
adapter in supply line.
- Disconnect vacuum hose from pressure regulator to intake manifold at
pressure regulator and seal line.
- Start engine and let run at idle.
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The following malfunctions are possible if the
pressure drops again:
Fuel pressure regulator faulty
Fuel injectors not properly sealed
Threaded connections of pressure gauge
behind stopcock is not properly sealed.
Note:
Close stopcock for removing the pressure gauge,
loosen threaded connection at VAG1318/15
adapter and let excess fuel escape into catch
reservoir by opening stopcock.
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- Disengage retaining clip and remove fuel
injector.
Note:
Fuel lines must be disconnected before replacing
fuel distributor.
Installation is reverse of removal, noting the
following:
Remove O-rings at all opened connections.
(Never remove plastic cap from valve head
to replace front O-ring - pry O-ring off over
plastic cap).
Lightly lubricate O-rings with clean engine
oil.
Make sure fuel injectors are in place and
seated correctly
Check clip for unobstructed fitting.
Place fuel rail with secured fuel injectors
onto intake manifold, and apply uniform
pressure to press it in.
Tightening torque
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