Question 4
(a) The sketch in Fig. 3 shows a detailed view of an automobile fuel tank
i. Name the parts labelled: J, K, N
ii. State one reason each why the parts labelled L and M are installed on the tank.
(b) (i) Where in an automobile is fuel tank located if the engine is located at the front?
(ii) Explain why the location of the tank is as stated in 4(b)(i).
(c) State two merits of electrical fuel pump
Observation
Candidates who attempted this question did appreciably well. The attempt on the
question was good; however, the respondents could not explain why the location of the tank is as stated in 4(b)(i).The solution to the poorly answered question is given below.
(b) (ii) This is to prevent fire risk because fuel is highly inflammable
- It is to reduce exposure to h
- It is to prevent explosion
- It is to prevent vapour look