Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Internal Components
| ITEM | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| 1 | Fuel pump module |
| 2 | Vent tube |
| 3 | Passive fuel level sensor - 'B' |
| 4 | Left side fuel pick up |
| 5 | Line - fuel supply |
| 6 | Line - fuel return |
| 7 | Float - passive fuel level sensor - 'B' |
| 8 | Support bracket |
| 9 | Fuel tank breather pipe |
| 10 | Line - fuel supply to Fuel Fired Booster Heater (FFBH) fuel pump (if fitted) |
The fuel tank is manufactured using six-layer co-extruded blow-molding technology providing both high mechanical strength and complete emissions integrity. The fuel tank is mounted under the rear seat floorpan, forward of the rear suspension.
The fuel tank has a useable capacity of 66 liters (14.5 gallons).
The fuel tank is a saddle tank design which is secured to the vehicle floorpan with two straps which are bolted in position. The fuel filler neck is produced from stainless steel.
The fuel tank contains a fuel pump module which collects fuel from both sides of the tank. The pump provides the engine's fuel demands by supplying the fuel to power the two venturi. The rapid flow of fuel through the venturi nozzle creates a depression which draws fuel back across the saddle into the pump side of the tank and fills the fuel pump module swirl pot.
An internal bracket allows for the attachment of the left fuel pick-up and the passive fuel level sensor.
An internal breather hose is connected to a stub port passing through the fuel tank casing. An external pipe and hose connect this port to the top of the filler neck. This enables the fuel tank to be filled and controls the fuel cut off during filling.
Fuel level inside the tank is monitored by two level sensors.