BMW 7 Series: Checking Filler Cap Pressure Relief Valve
Notes
Set pressure regulator on special tool 16 1 171 fully in "-" direction.
Connect special tool 16 1 171 using compressed air line (1) to workshop compressed air system (8... 10 bar).
Connect pressure sensor (2) from Diagnosis and Information System.
Connect special tool 16 1 172 to quick-release coupling (3).
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Fig. 9: Identifying Pressure Sensor, Air Line, Quick Release Coupling And
Special Tool
Install fuel filler cap on special tool 16 1 172.
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Fig. 10: Identifying Fuel Filler Cap With Special Tool (16 1 172)
NOTE: Only the absolute pressure is indicated in the display of the Diagnosis and Information System (DIS). The current ambient air pressure is already displayed without additional pressurization.
Select "Measurement/Pressure" function on Diagnosis and Information System (DIS).
Using pressure regulator on special tool 16 1 171, increase pressure by 0.2 bar.
Using special tool 13 3 010 clamp off feed line from special tool 16 1 171.
Read off and note down pressure.
Wait 60 seconds.
Read off pressure again and compare with starting pressure value.
Measurement evaluation:
PRESSURE DROP MEASUREMENT EVALUATION
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Check fuel filler cap pressure relief valve! Select "Measurement/Pressure" function on Diagnosis and Information System (DIS).
Using pressure regulator on special tool 16 1 171, increase pressure by 0.3 bar.
Using special tool 13 3 010 clamp off feed line from special tool 16 1 171.
Read off and note down pressure.
Wait 60 seconds.
Read off pressure value again and compare with starting pressure value.
Measurement evaluation:
PRESSURE DROP MEASUREMENT EVALUATION
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