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Diagnosis and Testing > < 310-01 Fuel Tank and Lines|Specifications
Fuel Tank and Lines - Fuel Tank and Lines Cougar 1999 (08/1998-01/2001)
Description and Operation

Fuel Tank

The fuel tank is of plastic construction and is retained to the vehicle by means of two steel support straps. The fuel tank support straps are hooked onto the underside of the vehicle chassis towards the rear of the fuel tank and bolt to the vehicle towards the front of the fuel tank. Fuel tank ventilation is achieved through a fuel tank roll-over valve into an evaporative emission canister which absorbs the fuel vapor. The fuel tank roll-over valve is integral to the fuel tank and will prevent fuel loss from the fuel tank if the vehicle becomes inverted.

Fuel Filter

The fuel filter is of conventional construction being that of a paper element sealed within a steel canister. The fuel filter is located on the leading edge of the fuel tank.

Fuel Tank Filler Pipe

The fuel tank filler pipe is of steel construction and is retained to the vehicle by means of two lower retaining bolts and one upper retaining bolt. The fuel tank filler pipe is fitted with a twist-fit filler cap, which seals the system.

Fuel Pump

The fuel pump is an electric roller cell pump which is located inside the fuel tank. The fuel pump features an integral fuel tank sender unit and is fixed to the fuel tank by means of a locking ring.

Diagnosis and Testing > < 310-01 Fuel Tank and Lines|Specifications