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2000 Lumina slow to fill up

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Old Oct 7, 2012 | 1:15 PM
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Have a 2000 Lumina. It takes forever to fill the gas tank. Any ideas on what the problem is and how to fix?
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Old Oct 7, 2012 | 8:57 PM
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clogged evap vent valve or vent path is the most likely cause.

did they make a 2000 lumina?
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Old Oct 8, 2012 | 5:05 AM
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Originally Posted by tech2
clogged evap vent valve or vent path is the most likely cause.

did they make a 2000 lumina?
Thanks.
Yes. I own two of them. Very good cars. Any advice on how to best access vent?
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Old Oct 8, 2012 | 4:13 PM
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the vent valve and canister are located behind the left rear wheel well liner.
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