Where is the flap in the fuel filler tube?
The flap, at the TOP of the fuel filler tube, is NOT the roll-over (or, check) valve. THAT valve is at the base of the filler tube. The flapper, at the top of the filler tube could fall and jam the check valve. If this happened, it could cause an EVAP DTC code to set and the check engine light to come on. Have light?
Is there a flap in the fuel neck?
2005, metal fuel neck. I can see in with no flap or sign there ever was a flap. I’ve seen this issue crop up before in other threads. People suggested a clogged EVAP system or a kink in the fuel filler hose.
What is the flap on the fuel pump called?
The flap is called a “rollover valve”. It supposedly keeps gas from flowing out during a rollover. I don’t think it can do any harm because the fuel pump inlet is protected by a “sock” that acts as a filter of sorts. That valve is missing in a lot of vehicles so…join the club. Thanks for that.
Where is the fuel filler flap on my 2003 Tundra?
The spring loaded flap in the fuel filler neck of my 2003 Tundra has gone missing. I'm almost certain there was a flap there, but now it is gone. Is it possible for it fall into the tank?
The flap, at the TOP of the fuel filler tube, is NOT the roll-over (or, check) valve. THAT valve is at the base of the filler tube. The flapper, at the top of the filler tube could fall and jam the check valve. If this happened, it could cause an EVAP DTC code to set and the check engine light to come on. Have light?
The flap is called a “rollover valve”. It supposedly keeps gas from flowing out during a rollover. I don’t think it can do any harm because the fuel pump inlet is protected by a “sock” that acts as a filter of sorts. That valve is missing in a lot of vehicles so…join the club. Thanks for that.
The spring loaded flap in the fuel filler neck of my 2003 Tundra has gone missing. I’m almost certain there was a flap there, but now it is gone. Is it possible for it fall into the tank?
Why did they put Flapper on fuel nozzles?
To prevent “unleaded” vehicles from being filled with leaded fuel it was mandated that the manufacturers install a restricted filler on the cars and fuel nozzles were required to be reduced in size to match. The spring loaded flapper was part of the restricting filler system. 2 Likes
Why is the fill tube not inside the canister?
We replaced the entire mechanism in one of our toilets, but still continue to find any one of the toilets with very little water and, then we take the tank top off to YET AGAIN discover that the fill tube is not inside the canister. Please help…
How to install filler strips and cover panels?
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Where is the check valve on a fuel filler?
THAT valve is at the base of the filler tube. The flapper, at the top of the filler tube could fall and jam the check valve. If this happened, it could cause an EVAP DTC code to set and the check engine light to come on.
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How do you replace a broken transmission tube?
It turns out the seal got shifted when I had inserted the tube and wasn’t actually sealing at all. I had to remove the tube, put the seal back inside the hole in transmission, reinsert the tube, and tighten down the bolt to anchor the tube to the transmission before bolting the top of the tube to the cylinder head.
How to replace a broken dipstick tube in a car?
There will be some resistance as the insert is pushed out into the aluminum, and then it will turn easily again. Then you simply extract the driver and you’re done. An M7 Timecard kit and its drill bit, countersink tool, tap and insert driver, as well as a set of tap sockets.
To prevent “unleaded” vehicles from being filled with leaded fuel it was mandated that the manufacturers install a restricted filler on the cars and fuel nozzles were required to be reduced in size to match. The spring loaded flapper was part of the restricting filler system. 2 Likes
THAT valve is at the base of the filler tube. The flapper, at the top of the filler tube could fall and jam the check valve. If this happened, it could cause an EVAP DTC code to set and the check engine light to come on.
2005, metal fuel neck. I can see in with no flap or sign there ever was a flap. I’ve seen this issue crop up before in other threads. People suggested a clogged EVAP system or a kink in the fuel filler hose.
Why is the fuel tank flap not opening?
Can’t open fuel tank flap on VW Golf – seem like the spring is not releasing when pressing at the rear of the tank flap. Is there another release system?