Cannot fill fuel tank when the engine is running

2001 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA
210,520 MILES • 4.3L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA
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I cannot add fuel while the engine is running I have to shut the engine off to add the fuel.
Apr 5, 2018 at 6:53 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning.

Do you mean the nozzle keeps kicking off when trying to fuel?

Roy
Apr 5, 2018 at 9:19 PM
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OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA
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Yes, but if I shut the engine off the handle does not kick off and the tank fills up fine. This has really got me puzzled.
Apr 6, 2018 at 12:45 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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The only thing that controls that is the vent valve in the evap system. it is under the truck on top of the frame rail. you need to remove the spare tire to get easier access.

Roy

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