What is an evaporator canister?

Answer by  Liz59 (10966)

It is that round and plastic container that is located under the hood. This allows for the transmission of gases and compression of airs, hence the name evaporator canister. You will find this in your hood due to its circular shape. It is usually connected to about three different hoses.

Answer by  UmairNaeemKhan (13)

When the fuel goes into the engine the canister absorb the hydrocarbons and when the engine is started it mixes the air with fuel and then it sends the mixture into the engine's combustion chamber for burning.

Answer by  Zacholson (56)

An evaporator canister collects fuel fumes and pulls the hydrocarbons, a form of pollution, out of it. It does this using charcoal to absorb the hydrocarbons.

Answer by  rube26105 (379)

Evaporative canisters is part of the system that hydrocarbons are releases when evaporated or after burned. Fuel is stored inside the tank, fumes built up are retained inside of this