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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2012GTI (5K1) L4-2.0L TURBO (CCTA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSFUEL PRESSURE SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Volkswagen GTI (5K1) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA)
Fuel Pressure Sensor: Service and Repair
2012 Volkswagen GTI (5K1) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA)SECTION Service and Repair
Fuel Pressure Sensor G247
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
• Assembly Tool (T10118)
• Double Hexagon Socket, 1/2", 27 mm (VAS 5301/7)
Removing
The fuel system is under pressure! Before opening the high pressure components of the fuel injection system, the pressure must be reduced to a residual pressure. Refer to => [ High Side Fuel Pressure, Releasing ] Service and Repair.
with a Noise Generator
- Remove the charge air hose from the noise generator. Refer to => [ Charge Air Hose to Noise Generator ] Charge Air Hose to Noise Generator.
Continuation for All
- Loosen the coolant pipe - arrows - from the intake manifold.
- Disconnect the connector from the fuel pressure sensor using the assembly tool (T10118).
- Remove the fuel pressure sensor using the double hexagon socket, 1/2", 27 mm (VAS 5301/7).
- Collect leaking fuel with a cloth.
Installing
Install in the reverse order of removal. Note the following:
Coat the fuel pressure sensor sealing point with clean engine oil.
- Tightening specifications, refer to => [ Fuel Rail and Injector Overview ] Fuel Rail and Injector Overview.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.