Fuel Tank: Description and Operation

FUEL TANK
The fuel storage tank is made of high density polyethylene and is located behind the rear wheels. The fuel storage tank is held in place by two metal straps that are attached to the under body of the vehicle. The tank shape includes a sump in order to maintain a constant supply of fuel around the fuel pump strainer during low fuel conditions or during aggressive maneuvers.

The tank also contains a fuel vapor vent valve with a roll-over protection. The vent valve also features a two phase vent calibration which increases the fuel vapor flow to the canister when the operating temperatures increase the tank pressure beyond an established threshold.

FUEL TANK MODULE ASSEMBLY (RIGHT)
A fuel tank module assembly is located in each side of the fuel tank. The fuel tank module assembly attaches to the upper side of the fuel tank. The right fuel tank module assembly consists of the following major components:
- Fuel level sensor
- Electric fuel pump and reservoir bucket
- Fuel pump strainer
- Siphon jet pump

FUEL TANK MODULE ASSEMBLY (LEFT)
The assembly mounts to the threaded opening of the plastic fuel tank with a multi-lipped seal and a threaded retainer (nut). The assembly contains the following:
- Fuel level sensor
- Fuel sender strainer