does anyone know what the box under the trunk is

Asked by olds79 Jan 17, 2013 at 11:19 AM about the 1998 Ford Contour 4 Dr STD Sedan

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

its got  a few hoses going to it  is it fuel or ac thanks in advance

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Well it's not A/C I can tell you that. Sounds like you are describing the fuel tank, I will take a look see if I can find a picture

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Probably some emissions control equipment. Newer cars burn fuel vapors that used to be vented to the atmosphere.

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Yep, the vapors are sucked in to a canister with activated charcoal which soaks up the fumes, or vapor, and is purged when you run the car...how big is this box you are talking about?

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you were right I followed line up to engine and found test port ,wiped off cover and found it was"nt ac it read evap I asked this question because i put a small hole in the line . I guess if i dont fix it she'LL probably set a code off well tank you all for the help

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