Fuel Vapor Cannister Purge Valve

[eddye_2001]

Has anyone here ever had to replace the Fuel Vapor Cannister Purge Valve? If yes, what were the signs that it was going bad? Did it make a clicking sound by the gas tank when you shut the Explorer off Also, would it make your Check Engine light come on? Puzzled!!!

Thank you,
Ed

 

[RiverRat]

I haven't had to replace one but spent the last two weeks getting my EVAP system operating. It can set a code and make the check engine light come on. It's located by the spare tire if you didn't know. At least on a 1996.

 

[eddye_2001]

Thank you!

Ed

 

[dogfriend]

Check these threads which may help:

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=71263&highlight=evap

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=62045&highlight=evap

 

[eddye_2001]

Thanks alot Dog for the great post. Just wondering if the fuel vapor cannister purge valve is bad, would it cause a clicking sound after Explorer is shut off and let the CEL come on? It's driving the wife crazy!!!!!

Thanks again for a great post.

ED

 

[Opera House]

Had to replace valve on my 97

It is not going to click unless you have an electrical problem. Chances are your valve will rust open. This area gets a lot of water spray and mine rusted to pieces. If the valve looks rusty, it is probably bad. About $36 from dealer. Valve is open with power removed.