Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

How to Replace the Fuel Tank on a Volkswagen Transporter

Model: Volkswagen Transporter MK 2, T2 - Years: 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978
Part: Checks and maintenance

See other generations:
Video tutorial

To replace the fuel tank on a Volkswagen Transporter, you need to unscrew the bolts securing it to its housing: the tank is located at the rear of the vehicle, near the back wheels. You can unscrew its fastening bolts and disconnect various pipes and connectors attached to it; additional screws will be accessible by opening the rear hatch and unscrewing those that can be reached by removing the panel at the base of the boot.

Once the old tank has been removed, insert the new replacement part, securing and connecting it properly.


Updated on 14 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

Removing the Fuel Tank from a Volkswagen Transporter
Removing the Fuel Tank from a Volkswagen Transporter
Volkswagen Transporter (2014-2025 / T6, MK 6) Follow this guide for the main instructions to help you in the process of removing and possibly replacing the fuel tank of the Volkswagen Transporter…
How to Remove the Fuel Tank from the Volkswagen Transporter T2
How to Remove the Fuel Tank from the Volkswagen Transporter T2
Volkswagen Transporter (1967-1979 / MK 2, T2) This guide shows how to remove the fuel tank from the Volkswagen Transporter T2. Before starting the operation, disconnect the vehicle's battery. Aft…
Where to find and how to access the fuel pump of a Volkswagen Transporter T5?
Where to find and how to access the fuel pump of a Volkswagen Transporter T5?
Volkswagen Transporter (2003-2014 / T5, MK 5) The fuel pump on a Volkswagen Transporter T5 is located inside the fuel tank. To access it, lift the van using a jack to gain access to the tank. Onc…

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Transporter 2014-2025 - Where is the OBD port located on the Volkswagen Transporter? Read answer

How to Reset the Tire Pressure Light on a MG ZS?

On the instrument cluster of the MG ZS, the tire pressure light that appears can be reset by inflating the tires to the correct pressure: this value will be indicated on the sticker attached to the driver's door pillar. Once the tires have been properly inflated, you can turn on the instrument cluster and navigate through the menu until you find the option that indicates tire pressure: if this screen shows the new values, the light will turn off; otherwise, you will need to drive for a few miles so that the sensors can read the new values and turn off the light afterward.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos