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Fuel Tank: Testing and Inspection





FUEL TANK INSPECTION [MZR 1.5]

NOTE:
- The rollover valve built into the fuel tank and fuel tank leakage are inspected in this inspection.

1. Complete the "BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION". (See Before Service Precaution.)

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See Removal and Replacement.)

3. Remove the fuel tank. (See Service and Repair.)

4. Perform the following procedure to verify the fuel tank airtightness.
a. Plug the fuel pump unit pipe, ports B and C.






b. Apply a pressure of 5.9 kPa {44 mmHg, 1.7 inHg} to port A and wait for a while.

c. Verify that there is no change in the pressure and no air leakage from the fuel tank.

- If there is air flow, replace the fuel tank. (See Service and Repair.)

5. Remove the port C plug.

6. Turn the fuel tank upside down.






7. Apply a pressure of 5.9 kPa {44 mmHg, 1.7 inHg} to port C and wait for a while.

8. Verify that there is no change in the pressure and no air leakage from the fuel tank.

- If it cannot be verified, replace the fuel tank. (See Service and Repair.)