The fuel tank pressure sensor is part of the fuel pump ... it illuminates the “check engine” light. Mechanics can read a trouble code to trace it to a leak in the evaporative emissions system ...
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How Do Gas Pumps Know Your Tank Is Full?
When you're filling up at the gas station, have you ever wondered how the gas pump knows when to shut off? Hint: It's not electronic sensors.