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Vapor canister

Tiny
LANCE MONROE
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  • 1999 LEXUS RX 300
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
1999 lexus rx300
can I repair a vapor canister?
Saturday, December 18th, 2010 AT 2:29 PM

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Tiny
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If the canister is bad or broken, it is not recommended to be repaired.
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Saturday, December 18th, 2010 AT 3:22 PM
Tiny
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The canister is not broken. It may have had fuel in it due to topping off the tank. Could it be the purge or vent valve?
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Saturday, December 18th, 2010 AT 6:37 PM
Tiny
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Is the Check Engine Lamp indicating and have you tried to retrieve for trouble codes?

Sypmtoms indicates a possibility of clogged hoses, clogged canister, faulty solenoids or vent valvesShould be a problem with the EVAP system and most likely a trouble code has been triggerred.
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Sunday, December 19th, 2010 AT 3:30 AM

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