Opel 1900 1973 Service Manual page 329

1973 OPEL SERVICE MANUAL
C A U T I O N : Because the fuel pump is below fuel tank
level, fuel will drain from the tank. when the supply
1. Pull fuel supply line and rubber connector from
fuel pump. Plug rubber connector to prevent fuel
loss.
2. Remove fuel pump cap, gasket and plastic
strainer.
3. Cover center opening in sediment bowl with finger
and blow out sediment bowl with compressed air.
4. Wash plastic strainer in solvent; if strainer does
not clean-up or is damaged, replace strainer.
5. Install clean parts, noting the following:
(a) Strainer must be properly seated with projections
facing upward.
Figure W-4 Exploded View of Opel 1900
(b) A new cap gasket must be positioned over
strainer.
(c) Sealing ring must be in place on cap retaining
screw.
6. Reconnect fuel supply line. Start engine and check
for leaks.
EVAPORATION CONTROL
Proper performance of the system requires the use of
a non-vented fuel tank cap, hose connections be leak-
free, and all hoses routed correctly to avoid a
pinched or blocked line.
Maintenance requirements demand only that the ac-
cumulator purge air tilter, an oiled foam filter assem-
bled in the bottom of the canister, be replaced at
tions, more frequent attention may be required.
and Manta Fuel Tank
SYSTEM