BMW 7 Series: Fuel Delivery, Sensor For Display

REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING CARBON CANISTER

Necessary preliminary tasks

• Remove rear right WHEEL ARCH COVER

Unlock quick-release fasteners (1) and disconnect vent lines.

Release screws (2) and swing out carbon canister (3).

Installation: Tightening torque 16 13 1AZ.

Fig. 32: Identifying Carbon Canister With Quick-Release Fasteners And Mounting Screws

REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CARBON CANISTER (US VERSION NVLD)

Necessary preliminary work:

• Remove rear right WHEEL ARCH PANEL.

Unlock snap fasteners (1) and remove tank ventilation lines.

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Release screws (3) and swing out carbon canister.

Installation note: Tightening torque 16 13 1AZ.

The following components must be modified when the carbon canister is replaced:

• DUST FILTER NVLD
• PRESSURE SWITCH NVLD

Fig. 33: Identifying Snap Fasteners, Connector, And Screws For Carbon Canister (NVLD)

REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CARBON CANISTER (US VERSION)

Necessary preliminary tasks

• Remove rear right WHEEL ARCH COVER

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock quick-release fasteners (2) and disconnect vent lines.

Release screws (3) and swing out carbon canister (4).

Installation: Tightening torque 16 13 1AZ.

Fig. 34: Identifying Carbon Canister (US Version) With Quick-Release Fasteners And Mounting Screws

The following components must be modified when the carbon canister is replaced:

• DUST FILTER
• DIAGNOSIS MODULE

REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SENSOR FOR FUEL GAUGE

Recycling

Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached. Have a suitable collecting container ready.

Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

IMPORTANT: Ensure adequate ventilation in the place of work! Avoid skin contact (wear gloves)! Ensure absolute cleanliness when working on the open fuel system.

Contaminants in the fuel tank can impair driving operation or may even result in vehicle breakdown!

Necessary preliminary tasks

• DRAW OFF FUEL
• REMOVE REAR SEAT
• Vehicles with comfort seat:

Remove right REAR SEAT

• Remove flange cover

NOTE: Picture does not show the fuel tank outer skin.

Unclip connecting line for level sensor (2) through service opening (1).

Disconnect plug connector for level sensor (3) from plug connector installation unit on left (4).

Fig. 35: Identifying Fuel Level Sensor With Connector, Service Opening And Connector Installation Unit

NOTE: Picture does not show the fuel tank outer skin.

Unlock tab (3) in upward direction through service opening (1) and lift out level sensor (2).

Installation: Level sensor (2) must audibly snap into place.

Fig. 36: Unlocking Fuel Level Sensor Tab In Upward Direction

REPLACING OUTER FUEL FILTER

IMPORTANT: Ensure adequate ventilation in the place of work! Avoid contact with skin! Avoid contact with eyes! Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached. Have a collecting container ready.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Necessary preliminary tasks

• Remove left UNDERBODY PANELLING

IMPORTANT: Fuel in fuel lines is under pressure Fuel escapes when fuel lines (1) are disconnected! Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Disconnect fuel lines (1).

Release screw (2).

Remove fuel filter (3).

Installation: After completing tasks, check fuel system for leaks.

Fig. 37: Identifying Fuel Filter With Fuel Lines And Mounting Screw

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