EVAP System Fault Due to Failed Charcoal Canister on Toyota 4Runner

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

The evaporative emission (EVAP) system may illuminate the vehicle's Check Engine Light due to intermittent failure of the charcoal canister purge control solenoid valve or canister failure. Upon failure of the charcoal canister, debris may circulate around the EVAP system causing other emission control problems.

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