LPG safety
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Information LPG = Liquefied Petroleum Gas
The combustion point of LPG in air at 20°C is between 1 volume % and 15 volume %. The density of the fuel in proportion to air is 1.8. This means that the LPG which escapes into the air sinks. There is a risk of explosions if LPG leaks out. Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is stored in the car as a liquid.
Sulphur has been added to the Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) so that it smells.
The integral system safety consists of:
- A safety valve in the tank. This valve releases the fuel at 27 bar
- All fuel tank units are positioned outside the passenger compartment - either in the engine compartment or under the car. This is classified as an external installation
- A solenoid valve which immediately closes off all gas supply if the engine stops
- The petrol system is available as a reserve if the gas (CNG or LPG) fuel system does not function or runs out of gas.