Removing and installing drain pipe for tank flap unit — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 42

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ When installing, it is important that the drain pipe for the tank flap unit is installed properly.After installing, check that the drain pipe is installed correctly and that it drains properly by pouring some water into the tank flap unit. The water should drain out of the drain pipe at the bottom outside the side member trim. — Remove side panel trim with tank flap unit .
2. Remove cover (right-side) for fuel tank .
3. Remove noise insulation (front) .
4. Remove bolts (arrows).
5. Detach drain pipe (1) downwards.

6. Guide out drain pipe (2) between noise insulation (front) (1) and side member.
7. Secure drain pipe to body (arrows) and check dimension (a).
8. Adjust dimension (a) if necessary.
9. Install noise insulation (front) .
10. Install cover (right-side) for fuel tank .
11. Install side panel trim with tank flap unit .

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