Removing and installing fuel pump: Removal
- Undo battery terminals and battery holder. Lift battery out by holding strap.
- Undo battery support cover (four hexagon nuts, wrench size 13).
- Disengage fuel line and disconnect electrical plug connection.
- Undo union nut with VW special tool 3217.
- Extract residual fuel.NOTE: Observe safety regulations.
- Lift fuel gauge and disconnect electrical plug connection and fuel pipes.
- Put on fuel-proof glove, hold the fuel pump fastened to tank floor, turn it to left (approx. 15°, bayonet lock) and remove fuel pump.