E34 B10 Biturbo, Heated Fuel Tank?

[quattro20v]

I've been diagnosing a low fuel pressure issue and have traced it to a bad fuel pump (that is another story...)

While working on my fuel pump, I noticed what looks to be a heating element inside the tank.

Would this be a heater to keep the fuel warm in the winter? (not that I drive it in the winter mind you).

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[Scooter]

Is there a benefit to heating the fuel if your fuel is petrol? I know they have it for diesel, but I haven't heard of it being used for petrol.

[bimmerfan]

never heard about this heater
maybe this isn't yours fuel tank (if it's possible) or maybe this wiring is for extra fuel level sensor or I don't know.
tried to google it, still no info about fuel heater in ur car