Can a Clogged Charcoal Canister Increase Fuel Consumption?
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Carbon canister clogging can indeed increase fuel consumption. Here is an introduction to the charcoal canister: 1. Overview: The charcoal canister is typically installed between the fuel tank and the engine. Since gasoline is a volatile liquid, the fuel tank often contains vapors at normal temperatures. The fuel evaporation emission control system is designed to direct these vapors into the combustion process and prevent them from escaping into the atmosphere. 2. Operation: Activated charcoal has adsorption capabilities. When the vehicle is running or turned off, gasoline vapors from the fuel tank travel through pipes into the upper part of the charcoal canister, while fresh air enters from the lower part. 3. Principle: The charcoal canister is actually part of the Evaporative Emission Control System (EVAP), which is implemented to prevent fuel vapors from escaping into the atmosphere after the engine is shut off.