Strong Fuel Odor From EVAP Canister
WARNING:
When conducting tests around open fuel tanks and containers observe following:
CAUTION:
Before removing fuel lines or hoses, perform following procedures:
- Disconnect negative battery cable.
- Release fuel pressure.
- Place drained fuel into an explosion proof container and secure lid.
- Always replace any "O" ring seals when removed.
- Be careful to not twist or kink hoses or tube when they are installed.
- To avoid damage to hoses, DO NOT overtighten hose clamps.
- After repairs are completed, run vehicle and check for fuel leaks.
- DO NOT continue to top off fuel tank after fuel pump nozzle automatically shuts off.
- Remove EVAP canister along with EVAP canister vent control valve. Weigh EVAP canister with vent valve attached. If EVAP canister weighs less than 4 lbs. (1.8 kg), go to next step. If canister weighs more than specified, go to step 3.
- If water drains from EVAP canister, go to next step. If no water drains from canister, go to step 6.
- Replace EVAP canister. After repairs, go to next step.
- Check water separator. See WATER SEPARATOR . If water separator test okay, go to next step. If water separator does not test okay, replace water separator.
- Check vacuum hose between EVAP canister and water separator for clogging or poor connections. If problem is found, replace vacuum hose. After repair, retest system.
- Check refueling EVAP vapor cut valve. See REFUELING EVAP VAPOR CUT VALVE . If no problem is found, go to next step. If problem is found, replace refueling EVAP vapor cut valve.
- Check refueling control valve. See REFUELING CONTROL VALVE . If no problem is found, testing is complete. If problem is found, replace refueling control valve.
NOTE:
Refueling EVAP vapor cut valve can only be replaced by replacing fuel tank.