Removing and installing fuel pump control unit J538 - vehicles without high-voltage system — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8V, 2012–2020); platform code 85

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• Make sure electrical connector is attached properly; pull to check that it is correctly engaged.

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📋 Procedure

1. Move front seats all the way forwards.
2. Switch off ignition.
3. Remove rear seat bench General body repairs, interior72Rear seats; Removing and installing seat bench/individual seats.
4. Unclip cover (1) for flange (right-side) at retainers (arrows) using removal wedge3409.
5. Press up tab (2)(arrow A); to do so, reach between floor panel and fuel tank with your finger.

6. At the same time, carefully pull fuel pump control unit J538(item 1) out of mounting (arrow B).
7. Guide fuel pump control unit J538 out towards interior between fuel tank and floor panel.
8. Unplug electrical connector and remove fuel pump control unit J538. [Note: Make sure electrical connector is attached properly; pull to check that it is correctly engaged.]
9. Insert fuel pump control unit J538 into mounting and press down until it clicks into place.
10. Install rear seat bench General body repairs, interior72Rear seats; Removing and installing seat bench/individual seats.

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