Thread: Fuel inlet to tank TD5

Originally Posted by thexprinter

How lucky can one be.... was filling up with fuel at 1.39 per litre when the guy behind said hey mate there is fuel pouring out under your vehicle....guess what he was right...Has any one had the pleasure of such an event....if so how difficult is it to repair ...especially with a full tank.........All helpfull suggestions appreciated............Peter

Highly likely that one of the pipes on top of the tank has worn through - it's a relatively common problem and there was a service bulletin or recall for it some time ago. I had it happen to me on a trip at the base of Mount Hotham - managed to drive out to Hotham and had a tow truck take the vehicle to Wodonga for remedial work.

You need to lift the carpet in the rear and remove the tank inspection panel to assess what needs replacing - not a hard job I believe.

Cheers,

Franz

You may also find the pump locking ring has come undone or the hose clamp and joiner has come apart between the tank and the filler pipe.