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DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Insufficient clearance may exist between the fuel tank vent tube and vehicle floorpan where the tube projects through an access hole into the tool compartment under the trunk floor. Should the tube contact the lower edge of this opening, it could become damaged and fail at the point where it is soldered to the fuel tank. Fuel leakage could result, especially when the tank is nearly or completely full.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will enlarge the access hole in the floorpan to ensure proper clearance. If the vent tube is damaged, it will be repaired.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel tank vent tube.consequences of defect: should fuel leakage occur in the presence of anignition source, a vehicle fire and serious injury to passengers could result.