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2001 safari: fuel nozzel shuts off as presure flow starts faster.

 
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is their a fix for puting fuel in a 2001 safari. fuel nozzel shuts off as presure flow starts faster.

 

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Year: 2001
Make : GMC
Model: safari
Engine: 4.3

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Submitted: 1153 days and 7 hours ago.
Category: GM
Value: $9
Status: CLOSED

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Expert:  Ivan replied 1153 days and 6 hours ago.

HelloCustomer The most likely cause is a faulty canister vent valve. This component is designed to open allowing air to escape the fuel tank as you are refueling. If this device get stuck closed, the air cannot escape and fuel will backup into the nozzle. Here is a picture of it's location.

 

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