BMW 7 Series: Removing And Installing Or Replacing Fuel Pump
Recycling
Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached. Have a suitable collecting vessel ready.
Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Undo screw (1) and remove cover (2) in direction of arrow.
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Fig. 118: Removing Cover And Screw
Release screw (1).
Remove fuel pump (2) in direction indicated by arrow.
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Fig. 119: Removing Fuel Pump And Screw
IMPORTANT: Close lines with special tool 32 1 270 to prevent the emergence of media and dirt contamination.
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Release hose clamps (2) and detach fuel hoses.
Pull retaining tabs (3) apart and remove fuel pump (4).
Installation note: Observe direction of flow of fuel pump (4).
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Fig. 120: Identifying Fuel Pump, Plug Connection And Hose Clamps
REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING MUFFLER/SILENCER
Necessary preliminary work
- Remove FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION
NOTE: Graphic similar.
Release screws (1).
Remove left underbody cover (2).
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Fig. 121: Identifying Left Underbody Cover And Screws
Undo screw (1).
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Fig. 122: Identifying Muffler/Silencer Screw
For purposes of clarity, picture shows component removed.
Release nut (1) and screw (2).
Remove muffler/silencer (3) in direction of arrow.
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Fig. 123: Removing Muffler/Silencer Nut And Screw
Replacement:
- Remove EXHAUST PIPE
READ NEXT:
Removing And Installing/Replacing Exhaust Pipe
Necessary preliminary work
Remove FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION
NOTE: Graphic similar.
Release screws (1).
Remove lower left cover (2).
Fig. 124: Identifying Lower Left Cover Screws
Slacken nut (1).
Overview Of Heater - A/C System Components
Fig. 136: Overview Of Heater And A/C System Components
Condenser for air conditioner
Drier insert for air conditioner
Independent heater and attachment parts
Water valve
Heater - A/C system and
SEE MORE:
Carrying Over Hole Pattern
When replacing a body component, it is necessary to carry over the hole
pattern from the existing body to the
new component.
The following pictures are a schematic representation of carrying over the hole
pattern on the example of the
front wheel arch.
Necessary preliminary tasks
Adjust new part
Voice activation system
Concept
The voice activation system can be used to operate
functions with spoken commands. The
system supports you with announcements during
input.
The voice control system and the feedback it
provides are not a substitute for the printed or
Integrated Owner's Manual.
General information
Function
