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Apply all safety rules when handling volatile liquids
Specifics:
space- Bike shown is a 2008 R1200RT
space- Heated Seats
space- No Factory Radio
Tools Needed:
space- 5mm Hex Socket
space- T-25 Torx Socket
space- Small Straight Blade Screwdriver
Space ÔÇô you will need a bit of space to stow away the panels and tank as they are removed 10ÔÇÖ x 6ÔÇÖ is minimal
Recommendation ÔÇô Not required, but, it is easier to remove the tank the emptier it is,
can be done full but remember there will be 7+ gallons of fuel.
Process Steps:
space- 1 All appropriate plastic panels removed
Please refer to http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=35262 for how to do this
space- 2 Remove Center Trim Screw
space- 3 Disconnect Electrical Connections to Fuel Pump
space- 4 Disconnect Fuel Lines (2)
space- 5 Disconnect Vent Lines (2)
space- 6 Remove Tank Mounting Hardware
space- 7 Remove Tank
