Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 11 - DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Subtitle 19 - MOTOR VEHICLE ADMINISTRATION-SCHOOL VEHICLES
Chapter 11.19.02 - Type I School Vehicles - Construction Standards
Section 11.19.02.10 - Fuel System
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 6, March 22, 2024
A. The fuel tank shall have a minimum capacity of 30 gallons and be on the right hand side of the chassis rail or between frame rails.
B. Vehicles with wheelchair lifts located forward of the rear wheels may have the fuel tank in the rear between frame rails or on the left side of the frame rails.
C. The tank shall be equipped with adequate baffles.
D. A drain plug of at least 1/4 inch diameter shall be located in the center of the bottom of the tank.
E. If tank sizes other than 30 gallons are supplied, the location of the tank shall remain as set forth in §A of this regulation.
F. The engine supply line shall be taken from the top of the tank.
G. A flexible fuel hose and oil-proof connection shall be provided at the engine end of the fuel feed line.
H. Fill Pipe Cap.
I. Fuel Filler Cap Door. There shall be a door hinged at the front and designed to cover the opening over the fuel fill pipe.
J. A fuel filter with a replaceable element shall be installed between the fuel tank and fuel delivery system, readily available for service.
K. If a fuel other than gasoline or diesel is used, the fuel system shall meet all applicable federal standards.