Fuel Evaporation System: Description

The fuel evaporation system is used to prevent fuel vapor from entering the atmosphere. Activated charcoal in the carbon canister absorbs fuel vapor.

The system consists of a fuel tank with integral expansion tank, vacuum relief filler cap, charcoal canister, purge control valve, fuel check valve, canister purge and vacuum signal lines, and vapor vent lines.

Fig 1: Fuel Evaporation System (300ZX & 300ZX Turbo)

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Fig 2: Fuel Evaporation System (Maxima & 200SX SE)

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.