Patent ID: 6260587
Filing Date: 2001-07-17
Classification: B60K

Abstract:
A vapor interception and disposal system for a liquid fueled motor vehicle having a fuel tank, filler neck compartment, internal combustion engine, and electrical system, comprising:a) at least one collection conduit having a first end opening to the filler neck compartment, and a second end;b) a suction device disposed to generate vacuum relative to ambient air pressure, said suction device having a source of power independent of the engine of the motor vehicle, said collection conduit opening at said second end to said suction device; andc) a control system comprising actuation means operatively connected to a cover of said filler neck compartment, said cover being movable between an open and a closed position, and adapted to selectively operate said source of power at times when the engine of the motor vehicle is not running and defendant upon said cover being disposed in said open position.