Checking suction-jet pump: Audi A6 C5 (AFB, AFN, AJM, AKE, …)

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A6 C5 (4B)

• Special tools named: V.A.G 1348, V.A.G 1348/3

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• The fuel tank must not be more than 1/4 full when removing the suction-jet pump. Otherwise a large amount of fuel will escape. — Unscrew locking ring using wrench T10202.
• Make sure the left fuel tank chamber contains at least 2 litres of fuel. Use hose to fill tank with fuel as required.

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

1. Open fuse box cover on left-hand side of instrument panel.
2. Take out fuse in fuse holder S228 (position 28, left row, 5th large fuse from the top).
3. Connect remote controlV.A.G 1348/3A for V.A.G 1348 with adapter cable V.A.G 1348/3-2 to right-hand terminal (arrow) on socket of fuse S228.
4. Connect crocodile clamp to positive (+) terminal of battery.
5. Remove rear seat bench 72.

6. Detach cover for flange (left-side) (arrows).
7. Unplug electrical connector (arrow) at flange (left side of vehicle).
8. ⚠ The fuel tank must not be more than 1/4 full when removing the suction-jet pump. Otherwise a large amount of fuel will escape. — Unscrew locking ring using wrench T10202.
9. Carefully pull fuel gauge sender 2G169 and seal just slightly out of opening in fuel tank.
10. Use torch to check content of tank (through gap between flange and fuel tank opening).
11. Make sure the left fuel tank chamber contains at least 2 litres of fuel. Use hose to fill tank with fuel as required.
12. Press remote control button.
13. Check hoses, suction-jet pump, connecting piece and fuel pump.

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