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For 1990-2009 cars only

Problem

Causes

DEFINITION: Difficulty when refueling the vehicle.

Difficult to fill

Inspect for the following conditions:

    • Restricted vent lines
    • The evaporative emission (EVAP) vent valve is stuck closed
    • High fuel temperature
    • A condition with the internal components of the fuel tank assembly.
    • For more information refer to:
       -  Fuel System Description

Over fill

A condition with the internal components of the fuel tank assembly.

Refer to Fuel System Description

Pre-mature shut-off of the fuel dispensing nozzle

Inspect for the following conditions:

    • The EVAP vent valve is stuck closed
    • Restricted vent lines
    • High reid vapor pressure or high fuel temperature
    • A condition with the internal components of the fuel tank assembly
    • For more information, refer to Fuel System Description and Evaporative Emission Control System Description.

Fuel Spitback

Inspect the fuel system for the following conditions:

    • High reid vapor pressure or high fuel temperature
    • A condition with the internal components of the fuel tank assembly.
    • For more information, refer to Fuel System Description.

Fuel Odor

Inspect for the following conditions:

    • Saturated EVAP canister--Refer to Evaporative Emission Control System Description.
    • A condition with the internal components of the fuel tank assembly-- Refer to Fuel System Description.