FUEL TANK [SKYACTIV-D 1.8]

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Fuel Tank


Purpose, function

•  The fuel tank stores fuel safely.


Construction

•  The fuel tank is located under the rear seat.
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•  The fuel tank is made of plastic.
•  The following parts are integrated in the fuel tank.
―  Non-return valve
―  Rollover valve
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Non-return Valve


Purpose, function

•  The non-return valve enhances safety by preventing fuel from returning to the fuel filler opening.


Construction

•  The non-return valve is located on the fuel tank.
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•  A single valve type has been adopted for the non-return valve.
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Operation

•  Normally, the valve is closed as shown by the dotted line in the figure. When refueling, it opens as shown by the solid line due to the force caused by the flow of fuel. When refueling is finished, the valve returns to the normal valve position by spring force.
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