gearbox SKODA OCTAVIA 1997 1.G / (1U) 1.8 92kw Engine Workshop Manual

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10Removing and Installing Engine


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- Detach the earth cable -1- from the top en-
gine/gearbox connecting bolt.
- Unplug connector -2- and pull out of the fix- ture.
- Take off cable -3- and -4- at the starter.
- Detach cables from the fixture at the starter and place to the side. Unbolt fixture.
- Detach fuel feed pipe -1- and fuel return flow
pipe -2- (press release catches).
Important!
Fuel feed pipe is pressurised! Place cleaning ragsaround the connection point before detaching thehose connections. After this, release the pressure
by carefully detaching the hose.
- Unplug the following electrical connections:
1 - Knock sensor I (G61) (black)
2 - Knock sensor II (G66) (brown)
3 - Engine speed sender (G28) (grey)

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20Fuel Supply System


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- Pay attention to installation position:
Marking on the flange should be aligned with the marking on the fuel tank -arrows-.
Blue return flow pipe -1- to connectionwith marking -R-.
Black feed pipe -2- to connection with marking -V-.
Removing and installing fuel gauge sender
Removing
- Remove fuel delivery unit page 20-5.
- Release connector tabs of cables -3- and -4-
and unplug.
- Use a screwdriver to lift the retaining tabs -1- and -2- and pull fuel gauge sender down
and off -arrow-.
Installing
- Insert fuel gauge sender into the guides at the fuel delivery unit and push up until it locks in place.
Removing and installing fuel tank
Pay attention to safety precautions page 20-4.
Pay attention to rules for cleanliness page
20-4 Special tools, testers and aids required Engine/gearbox jack (e.g. V.A.G 1383 A)
Fuel extraction unit (e.g. V.A.G 1433 A)

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Removing
- If car is fitted with a coded radio set, pay attention to coding; determine if necessary.
- Switch off ignition (if not already off), and disconnect earth strap at the battery.
- Empty fuel tank with fuel extraction unit (e.g. V.A.G 1433 A).
- Remove rear suspension: ⇒ Running Gear; Repair Group 42; Servicing rear suspension; Removing and installing rear suspension.
- Unbolt cover (below the rear seat).
- Release 4-pin connector from the flange at fuel tank and unplug.
- Open fuel filler flap and lever out tensioning ring in rubber bowl (around filler neck).
- Push rubber bowl through to the inside.
- Remove rear right wheelhouse liner.
- Unscrew fuel filler neck below the wheel- house liner.
- Remove cover below the fuel tank -arrows-
(if fitted).
- Disconnect return flow pipe -2- (blue), feed
pipe -1- (black) and breather pipe -3- (white) at the front right of the fuel tank (press release buttons).
- Place engine/gearbox jack (e.g. V.A.G 1383 A) below the fuel tank to support it.

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Adjusting throttle cable
Notes:
The throttle cable is very sensitive to kinking
and should be treated with particular care
when installing.
A single slight kink can subsequently resultin the cable fracturing when driving. Throttle
cables which have been kinked, musttherefore not be installed.
When installing, ensure that the throttle cableis properly aligned between its supporting
points and the cable attachment points.
Special tools, testers and aids required Spring stretcher rod
Procedure
- Attach throttle cable to the accelerator pedal and to the cam of the throttle valve control unit.
- Pull off locking element for throttle cable at the detent.
- Depress accelerator pedal to full throttle position.
Note:
A second mechanic is required for this step ordepress accelerator pedal using spring stretcher
rod supported against steering wheel.
Models with manual gearbox
- Adjust throttle cable by repositioning the detent on the support bracket so that full throttle position is reached at the throttle
valve lever.
Models with automatic gearbox
- Adjust throttle cable by repositioning the detent on the support bracket so that the throttle valve has opened fully and the kickdown switch is heard to click.
For all models
- Release accelerator pedal or remove stretcher rod.
- After completing adjustment, check idling speed and full throttle stop of the throttle valve.