Removing and installing metering pump V54: Audi A8 D3

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A8 D3 (4E, 2002–2010)

• Renewed: hose clamps

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• Remove cover beneath fuel filter (illustration shows layout for vehicles with petrol engine; vehicles with diesel engine do not have a fuel filter (A) at this location). Fuel supply system20
• Make sure fuel pipes are not twisted.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ Observe the applicable rules for cleanliness, take the appropriate precautions and heed the relevant safety measures when working on open fuel system. Fuel supply system20 — Switch off ignition.
2. Remove cover beneath fuel filter (illustration shows layout for vehicles with petrol engine; vehicles with diesel engine do not have a fuel filter (A) at this location). Fuel supply system20
3. On vehicles with petrol engine, detach fuel filter (A) from fuel tank or remove fuel filter. Fuel supply system20
4. Unplug connector from metering pump V54(B).
5. Unfasten clip and detach fuel pipe (C).

6. Seal fuel pipe (C).
7. Unfasten clip and detach fuel pipe (D).
8. Seal fuel pipe (D).
9. Remove the metering pump V54(B) from the rubber element holder (E).
10. Replace the hose clamps on the fuel lines and secure them using suitable pliers.
11. Make sure fuel pipes are not twisted.
12. Secure fuel pipes at attachment points provided. [Note: Metering pump (type "“DP 2”") is fitted on vehicles with petrol and diesel engine (less running noise under Audi A8 operating conditions in comparison with type "“DP 30.2”", particularly when using petrol).Metering pump version (type "“DP 30.2”") intended only for vehicles with diesel engine; not to be fitted on vehicles with petrol engine.]

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