When I got home from a rather long drive today I smelled gas. Upon inspection it seemed to be coming from the canister next to the air filter. Anyone know why this might be. Any help would be great. Thanks guys

 

I have had the same problem, except that for me it was leaky fuel injector seals. Real easy to change.

Just to be sure check around your fuel injectors.

I also have seen cracks in the charcoal canister that could that problem.

Good luck!

 

I just put new injectors in and those checked out okay. I wasn't sure if fuel actually went to that canister or not, but since it does I will check it and the lines for leaks. Do you know the actual function of this devicd. Thanks

 

It "recycles" the gas vapor and prevents it from evaporating into the atmosphere (pollution control)
There is a filter pad on the underside that no one ever changes, check it out. You can get a replacement filter at most any auto parts store for about $2-$3.

 

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