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Old 02-23-2011, 04:19 PM
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98-02 f bodys supposed to have ventilated gas cap or non ventilated?
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These cars use an EVAP system to vent fumes and pressure, so the gas cap must be sealed for proper stock operation.

Having said that, I am angry with the environment, so please use a vented cap. Thanks.
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?? so stock is non vented?
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Non-vented.
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Originally Posted by RPM WS6
so the gas cap must be sealed for proper stock operation.
Originally Posted by jblack245
?? so stock is non vented?
Sealed = non-vented.
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Originally Posted by RPM WS6
Sealed = non-vented.
ok cool, just thought u meant a tight fit. anyway i have a vented one on now. no codes tho. is that bad? does my gas vent out and leak? any effects on mpg?



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