Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes => Topic started by: MP on May 01, 2020, 14:27:10

Title: Fuel tank drain
Post by: MP on May 01, 2020, 14:27:10

What is the way to drain the fuel tank prior to removing fuel pump? ???

Title: Re: Fuel tank drain
Post by: mrfatboy on May 01, 2020, 16:06:33

If your fuel hose is not old and brittle you may just be able to clamp it without draining the fuel tank.  That's what I did.

If you do want to drain the tank there is a Allen screw at the bottom center of the tank.  Look in the tech manual for how to build a tool if you dont have the correct size Allen wrench.

Title: Re: Fuel tank drain
Post by: wwheeler on May 01, 2020, 16:14:08

Yes, hose clamp tools are available at most auto stores and are cheap. I think you can also remove the fuel sending unit and siphon most of the fuel out. From there, remove the drain plug and it won't be as dramatic as when the tank is full. Be careful around gasoline vapors!!!!!!!

Title: Re: Fuel tank drain
Post by: Dave H on May 01, 2020, 16:19:51

Clamp and plug the hoses.

Title: Re: Fuel tank drain
Post by: mrfatboy on May 01, 2020, 16:23:29

If using vice grips you can place two sockets on the tips of the jaws. This will create a nice smooth pinching surface as not to damage the hose. 👍

Title: Re: Fuel tank drain
Post by: Dave H on May 01, 2020, 17:31:46

Nice tip with the 2 sockets, I like that 👍
Also if you have the T Piece bypass as I do in the photograph ensure you clamp both hoses at the same time  otherwise the tank will drain out of the other .

Title: Re: Fuel tank drain
Post by: MP on May 01, 2020, 17:46:49

Thanks for the advice, I used a G clamp,pump is off now. :) :D :D ;D