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What damage can you cause by not replacing your charcoal canister?
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∙ 8y ago
No damage to the car but you're releasing harmful emissions into the air.
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What would cause 1992 stanza fuel smell?
Fuel leak? Charcoal canister?
What does a code P0441 EVAP emission mean?
It means you have an Evap purge control leak in the EVAP system. Basically when you have gasoline in a car there are a lot of excess fumes, these fumes are routed through the EVAP system of the car, through a charcoal canister, and returned back to your gas tank as liquid fuel. A leaking charcoal canister, Evap Purge solenoid, PCV lines or PCV elbows can cause this. Also a leaking gas cap can cause this. I would recommend replacing the gas cap first. if that does not do it, check all the connections to the EVAP canister *located in the engine by the firewall*. If there are any leaks, change the elbows or lines. IF the problem still exists you most likely need a new charcoal canister or Canister purge valve solenoid.
Why was it important to remove any drops of vinegar from the canister?
Because vinegar is known as an acid, or in some cases a corrosive, this can cause damage to the canister.
What cause charcoal canister filled with water?
Most common cause is missing splash shields around and under the engine compartment, allowing water to spray in thru the vent ports
Can a defected charcoal canister cause engine misfire or smog test failure?
yes it can cause smog test failure, check engine light will most likely pop up since it controls part of the vapor by filtering it.
Should Gas be coming out of vent line from tank going to the charcoal canister?
No it should not. You in all probability have a defect float in the carburator. If you overfill the gas tank it can cause gas to come out of the vent hose.
What could cause a trouble code 45 in a 1990 Lumina besides the O2 sensor or the coolant temp sensor?
Code 45---Rich exhaust--- Check the evaporative charcoal canister and its components for the presence of fuel
Will adding selant to head gasket when replacing cause damage?
Possibly. Only add sealant if it is called for by the manufacture.
How often should you change a vapor canister on a 1979 Oldsmobile cutlass?
I don't know that there is really any set replacement time for these. If you're smelling gas fumes and have ruled out everything else, the vapor canister could be the cause. These can also be "rebuilt". You can empty out and replace the charcoal and put a new filter in the bottom of it. That's pretty much it.
Can you drive your car with water pump bad?
It is not recommended, overheating can cause severe damage that cost a lot more than just replacing the pump.
What flame is produced when charcoal is sprayed into the flame?
Sprinkling charcoal in a flame will cause the flame to change colors. This is apparent in fireworks displays, which routinely use charcoal.
What is cause of code P 1456 on 2003 altima?
canister
