Did the Canister Delete

[jporrata]

I used the following DIY http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/413591-DIY-Gas-tank-problems-Evap-Canister-Leak-Detection-pump but I wanted to add a few more things.

1. I would use fuel rated hoses, it would be good to use hoses that will last with the gas fumes that will be getting in there.

2. You can also use the studs and rubber grommets that were on the canister so that the cover bolts on without the need of any washers or spacers as suggested.

3. Use brass, bronze or Stainless Steel T fitting vs. plastic, you will get longevity and the price will not break you.

So far all systems are working normal. I just need to fuel up to ensure this was the smoking gun to my clicking off at the pump issue and the "CEL".

Once I had the parts apart the only thing a noticed was how hard it was to blow into the small attached
filter.

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[jimrobbington]

Nice, I want to do this as well. You might want to check the n80 while you are at it. That was the cause of my evap cel.

JR

[jporrata]

I read up on this issue and i bought me one at the dealer. I figured it was worth the try since its a relatively cheap and easy part to change out It still came up with the CEL, so now I have a spare valve. Now I cant wait to fill up. I couldnt imagine having this issue in Jersey where they pump the gas for you. You wouldnt be making any friends especially in the winter months. Thank God the 2.0t gets such a great gas mileage. I had this problem since I got the car back in June and I even drove if from Boston to LA like that.