Stalling

Tiny
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  • 2006 HUMMER H3
  • 3.7L
  • 5 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 220,000 MILES
If engine is running and I pull gas cap off it shuts off. After fill up vehicle takes 2 full long cranks to start and then fluctuates between idle and shutting off for a few minutes and then everything is fine. Same scenario every time.
Friday, April 10th, 2020 AT 1:34 PM

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Tiny
STEVE W.
  • MECHANIC
  • 13,446 POSTS
Your description sounds like the canister purge solenoid is stuck open. When it's running and you open the fuel cap it is creating a large air leak, then when you fill the tank with fuel it is acting like it is partly flooded due to the extra fuel.

Replacing it isn't that difficult, you need to get the left front wheel off, then remove the inner wheel well liner. The valve is mounted to the side of the engine block down about halfway in line with the starter. It has one bolt that holds it to the engine 2 hose connections and the electrical connection. The toughest part is usually getting the bolt out if you're in the rust belt. The connectors are all quick connect type. Testing to be sure it's the problem involves removing the solenoid and blowing through it. In normal use it is closed, so air shouldn't go through if it's disconnected.
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Friday, April 10th, 2020 AT 4:02 PM

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