FUEL TANK
Fuel tank
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Before the handbrake adjuster is disengaged, di-
mension X must be noted.
Disengage the adjuster in such a way that both
the left and right hand cables can be easily relea-
sed (carefully release the plastic cable stop (6)).
Disconnect the two unions at (7) and (8) using
tool Mot. 1265.
Disconnect the pipe at (9).
Separate the tank from the filler neck (10).
Unclip the handbrake cables from under the tank
(11).Unclip the hydraulic brake pipes on the fuel tank
side.
Unclip the fuel pipes from the tank.
Position a component jack under the fuel tank.
Remove the four bolts mounting the tank.
Tilt the tank slightly forwards, then remove it.
REFITTING
Refitting is the reverse of removal.
Take care not to pinch any pipes (risk of leaks).
Fit the quick release unions by hand and ensure
they connect correctly.
Take care to ensure the heat shields are correctly
refitted.
12873R
99091R1
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