Problem trying to fill gas tank HELP !
With what sounds like a common practice for you, running the car while filling the tank; I would recommend replacing the canister at a minimum. Also, I would pull the evap line from the fill to the canister and check it for a blockage. If there is no blockage and you've replaced the canister, then the purge valve should be okay.
again, why the problem when its running and not when its not running ??
Can I drill a hole in the canister and drain it then put a screw in the hole ??
It just doesnt make sense that when its not running it fills fine, does it ?
Can I drill a hole in the canister and drain it then put a screw in the hole ??
It just doesnt make sense that when its not running it fills fine, does it ?
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The canister will clear it'* self, but will take time. Because the vent is plugged with raw gas the air that is being displaced by the fuel can not get out, so it'* only way out is threw the fill tube.
But AGAIN why does it fill fine when not running ???? This is the question I dont understand, if this is the case wouldn't it have a problem running or not ??
Today it wouldnt fill, I shut it off it filled fine, started it back up would fill ???
Today it wouldnt fill, I shut it off it filled fine, started it back up would fill ???
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 29,661
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From: Sheboygan Wisconsin






Do not run the engine when filling, the vacuum will suck up gas, and you risk blowing up.
Reset the code and drive. It may take a while for the system to clear out.
Reset the code and drive. It may take a while for the system to clear out.




