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06-18-14, 11:05 AM

Bankswood

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gas smell in cabin

Recently I have noticed a strong gas smell in the cabin right after I fill up. As I drive and burn off some gas the smell goes away but will return when I fill up again. I have pulled the trunk liners out and tried to see if there is a leak or something but don't see anything. Anyone have a suggestion?

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06-18-14, 12:41 PM

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Your charcoal canister is full. Replace with a new/used one. It is by the return fresh air vents in the compartment bay.

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06-18-14, 01:04 PM

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Thanks man. I hate to see you go. The are the voice of reason and experience.

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06-18-14, 01:42 PM

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What happens if you deleted the charcoal canister? lol

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06-18-14, 07:57 PM

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What happens if you deleted the charcoal canister? lol

I would guess the OP title

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06-18-14, 08:09 PM

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Wow. It is really going to be a big loss when 1JZPWRD loses interest in the forum eventually, following his departure from the platform. I would have gone through a hundred things before thinking that. SC experts are hard to come by.