Escort L4-122 2.0L SOHC VIN P SFI (1999)
Fuel Filler Cap: Description and Operation
The fuel tank filler cap is of eighth-turn design and provides for pressure or vacuum relief of the fuel system. Use only the proper fuel tank filler cap to
prevent possible system malfunction.
The fuel tank filler cap:
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relieves system pressure above 13.7 kPa (2 psi).
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relieves system vacuum at 3.4 kPa (0.55 psi).
WARNING: THE FUEL TANK MAY BE PRESSURIZED. REMOVE THE FUEL TANK FILLER CAP SLOWLY. IF A HISSING SOUND
IS HEARD, WAIT UNTIL THE CONDITION STOPS BEFORE REMOVING THE FUEL TANK FILLER CAP. IF THESE PRECAUTIONS
ARE NOT FOLLOWED, FUEL MAY SPRAY AND CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY.
