FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE [SKYACTIV-G 2.5T]

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Taiwan

Purpose, function

•  Prevents fuel from flowing to the charcoal canister during tight turns or vehicle rollover.

•  Releases evaporative gas to the charcoal canister.

•  While refueling, the fuel shut-off valve closes to prevent a fuel overflow.

Construction

•  The fuel shut-off valve is built into the fuel tank.

2WD

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4WD

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•  The fuel shut-off valve consists of a float, spring, and valve.

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Operation

•  When the amount of fuel is high, the valve is closed by the ascending force of the float.

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•  When the amount of fuel is low, the valve opens under the float’s own weight to release evaporative gas to the charcoal canister.

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•  During sudden cornering or vehicle rollover, the valve is closed by the ascending force of the float and spring force.

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