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Chevrolet Caprice Fuel Tank
The Fuel Tank of Chevrolet Caprice cars acts as storage tank and a supply center for the automotive engine besides hosting frials such as electric fuel pump and fuel gauge sender. LOCATED IN A TOUGH UNDERCAR ENVIRONMENT, THE Chevrolet CAPRICE FUEL TANK MAY BE MADE FROM METAL OR PLASTIC WITH PROS AND CONS OF EACH MATERIAL. Steel or aluminum metal tanks often corrode and rust and on the other hand, plastic tanks which are made from High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) can crack in certain circumstances. Chevrolet Caprice vehicles have employed different designs of Fuel Tanks from the earlier designs up to the present time depending on the models and prerequisites. They are designed with specific characteristics like baffle to reduce fuel motion and vibration and serve an important component of the EVAP (Evaporative Emission Control System) to avoid vaporization. The possible alternatives to the Chevrolet Caprice Fuel Tank are those which are developed as high-quality reproductions of the original parts and designed to fit perfectly into the car where they are installed.
Each OEM Chevrolet Caprice Fuel Tank we offer is competitively priced and comes with the assurance of the manufacturer's warranty for the part. Furthermore, we guarantee the speedy delivery of your orders right to your doorstep. Our hassle-free return policy is also in place for your peace of mind.
Chevrolet Caprice Fuel Tank Parts Questions & Experts Answers
- Q: How is the fuel tank secured and what steps should be taken for servicing the fuel supply on Chevrolet Caprice?A: The fuel tank is mounted on the car frame) on the extension of the frame rails behind the rear axle) and fixed with two steel clips that are hinged at one end and bolted and nuted on the other. In this case, as with other assemblies touching on the fuel provision, it is advisable to firstly detach the battery. The fuel gauge wiring at the top of the tank should be disconnected; on the early models, the wire is accessible through the trunk above the rear seat, you remove the rubber grommet and pull the wire through the trunk floor pan. In the case one wants to access an area underneath a given vehicle then the vehicle should first be lifted. The fuel tanks can be emptied through the filler neck, or via the fuel feed line to the carburetor, but bowh there is no way to provide a drain plug; while doing so, safety measures are to be followed up and it is strictly prohibited to use mouth suction to suck the fuel and no flame or spark is to be brought close to the fuel area. The fuel hose or vapor return hose at the top should be removed together with the gauge ground wire which is screwed to the under body and the filler neck must be detached from the tank. Place a jack and a piece of wood to support the bottom of the tank, then unbolt the tank strap bolts and let the tank slowly down while checking that all connections that you have are loose as the tank comes down. In terms of installation the process should be basically the opposite of the removal process, there should be meticulous checking of all electrical connections to see to it that they are clean and well connected securely and all the hoses should be well tightened on the tank.
