Fillpipe Restrictor: Description and Operation

1997 Lexus ES 300 V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE)SECTION Description and Operation

Fillpipe Restrictor:





The fillpipe restrictor is used to prevent leaded fuel from being added to the fuel tank. The gasoline pump for unleaded fuel has a smaller nozzle. The fillpipe restrictor will only allow the unleaded type nozzle to be inserted into the fuel tank.
RENDER: 1.0x

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