I need to remove the fuel gauge pickup assembly on my W124, 1988, 260E sedan; in order to inspect the inside of the fuel tank.

Do I need to remove the fuel Tank?

Thanks for help

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No, the tank sending unit can be removed thru the trunk after removing the carpet at the rear of the trunk.

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Thank you M.B.DOC for your quick reply.

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Keep us posted especially if your problem is solved
Present cars:
My car: E-class 420CDI, 2008, W211, V8, 180 000km

Wife's one: C-class 220CDI Sport Coupé, Euro, 2002, W203. 345 000km

Son's one: GLK class 220CDI, 2009, W204

Sold E class 260E, W124, 1988 beloved car sold after 489 000 kilometres of reliable services (engine M103, clutch and 5 speed manual gear box all original).

E-class, W210 320CDI, 2000[/B], 225 000km, Sold