Fuel Tank: Description and Operation

FUEL TANKS




The fuel tanks (6, 8) store the fuel for the vehicle. The fuel tanks are located on the left and right side of the vehicle in front of the rear wheels. The fuel tanks are molded from high density polyethylene.

FUEL TANK CROSSOVER TUBE/HOSE




The fuel tank crossover tube/hose is comprised of a convoluted stainless steel outer tubing. The crossover tube/hose internally houses the auxiliary fuel feed pipe and the auxiliary fuel return pipe. The crossover tube/hose has the following functions:
- Fuel liquid and vapor transfer during refueling
- High pressure siphon jet pump feed
- Low pressure siphon jet pump return
- Electrostatic discharge ground to body