Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 1479

 

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Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 1479

 

 

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Check Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory. See ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (DTC) 
MEMORY, READING AND ERASING
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FUEL GAUGE SENSOR, REMOVING AND INSTALLING 

Removing 

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Remove fuel gauge sensor. See FUEL DELIVERY UNIT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .  

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Unlock line connector -1 - and -2- and pull off.  

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Lift up retaining tabs -3- and -4- using a screwdriver and pull fuel sensor off downward (arrows). 

Fig. 11: Removing And Installing Fuel Delivery Unit Connectors

Fig. 10: Aligning Fuel Delivery Unit Marking With Marking On Fuel Tank 
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After installing fuel delivery unit, check that the supply -2- and return 
lines -1- are still clipped onto fuel tank.  

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ENGINE Fuel System - New Beetle, 1.9L 4-Cyl. - BEW

  

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Installing 

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Insert fuel gauge sender in guides on fuel gauge sensor and push up until it engages.  

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Connect connectors and check for secure fit.  

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Install fuel gauge sensor, See FUEL DELIVERY UNIT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .  

FUEL GAUGE SENSOR, CHECKING 

Special tools and equipment 

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V.A.G 1526 Multimeter 

Fig. 12: Identifying Special Tools And Equipment (V.A.G 1526 Multimeter) 
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V.A.G 1594 A Adapter set 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ENGINE Fuel System - New Beetle, 1.9L 4-Cyl. - BEW

  

Fig. 13: Identifying Special Tools And Equipment (V.A.G 1594 A Adapter Set) 
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC. 

Work sequence 

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Remove cover from fuel gauge sensor.  

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Disconnect 4-pin connector from flange on fuel gauge sensor.  

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Measure resistance at contacts -2- and -3- on sealing flange. 

Fig. 14: Measuring Resistance At Contacts -2- And -3- On Fuel Gauge Sensor Sealing Flange 
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FUEL GAUGE SENSOR RESISTANCE 

With a fuel gauge between "full" and "empty" there must be indicated a resistance value between both 
specifications. 

If 0 ohm or infinite ohms is measured, there is a wiring open or short circuit. 

FUEL TANK, REMOVING AND INSTALLING 

Observe safety precautions, See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN WORKING ON THE FUEL SUPPLY 
SYSTEM
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Observe rules for cleanliness. See RULES FOR CLEANLINESS .

Sensor

Fuel tank full

Fuel tank empty

Fuel gauge sensor

295 ohms

52 ohms

NOTE:

To check the resistance values "full" or "empty", the fuel gauge sensor must be 
removed and the sensor float moved to the upper or lower stop. See FUEL 
GAUGE SENSOR, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ENGINE Fuel System - New Beetle, 1.9L 4-Cyl. - BEW

  

Special tools and equipment 

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V.A.G 1331 Torque wrench (5 to 50 N.m) 

Fig. 15: Identifying Special Tools And Equipment (V.A.G 1331 Torque Wrench) 
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC. 

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V.A.G 1383 A Engine/transmission jack  

Fig. 16: Identifying Special Tools And Equipment (V.A.G 1383 A Engine/Transmission Jack) 
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Removing 

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Open fuel flap.  

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Check whether a coded radio is installed. If so, obtain anti-theft coding.  

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With ignition switched off disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap.  

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Remove tank flap unit with rubber cup. 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ENGINE Fuel System - New Beetle, 1.9L 4-Cyl. - BEW

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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