vapor canister

1999 LEXUS RX 300
150,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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LANCE MONROE
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1999 lexus rx300
can i repair a vapor canister?
Dec 18, 2010 at 2:29 PM
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KHLOW2008
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If the canister is bad or broken, it is not recommended to be repaired.

Dec 18, 2010 at 3:22 PM
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LANCE MONROE
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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?
Dec 18, 2010 at 6:37 PM
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KHLOW2008
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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.

Dec 19, 2010 at 3:30 AM