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Fuel Evaporation System: Operation

When engine is not running, fuel vapor from fuel tank is directed to charcoal canister for storage. The tank pressure control valve is closed to prevent vapor from escaping into atmosphere. At the same time, the vent switching valve is open, allowing fuel vapor from float bowl to enter charcoal canister for storage.

When engine is running, the vent switching valve closes and manifold vacuum opens the tank pressure control valve. This allows fuel vapor from fuel tank and charcoal canister to flow to intake manifold to be burned by the engine.

Fig 1: Fuel Evaporation System
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