FUEL LEAK CHECK OF FUEL TANK



1.
caution Always check the fuel leak of fuel tank with the vehicle loaded. If it is checked with the fuel tank removed, the fuel tank may be damaged.
Remove the fuel tank cap, install special tool fuel leak check cap (MB992145).

2.Install the hose and pressure gauge to the special tool (MB992145) as shown.

3.Block the canister vapour hose (fuel tank side) <6G7 (vehicles with canister)>.

4.Remove the fuel filler neck protector (Refer to ), and block the fuel tank vapour hose (fuel tank side) <6G7 (vehicles without canister), 4M4>.
5.
caution
  • Do not pressurize suddenly.
  • Do not pressurize 11.76 kPa or more to prevent the damage of components.
Pressurize while checking the pressure gauge and hold if it reaches from 9.80 to 11.76 kPa.
6.Leave it for approximately 3 minutes and check that the pressure is not weakened.
7.If the pressure is weakened, apply soapy water to each part with pressurized state and check the leak while confirming if air bubbles are seen.