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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN1999GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSEVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS SYSTEMLOCATIONS
1999 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)
Evaporative Emissions System: Locations
1999 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)SECTION Locations
Evaporative emissions system components, repairing
1. O-Ring
^ Replace if damaged
2. Vent line
^ Black
^ Ensure tight fit
^ From the switch valve on the fuel tank
^ Press release tabs on the connecting piece to remove from flange
3. Vent line
^ White
^ Ensure tight fit
^ From the pressure retention valve on the fuel tank
^ Press release tabs on the connecting piece to remove from flange
4. Retaining screw
5. Discharge hose
^ Ensure tight fit
6. Connector
^ Black, 3-way
7. Vacuum line
^ To upper intake manifold
8. Leak detection pump (V144)
^ Checking
9. Air filter for leak detection pump
10. Intake hose
^ Ensure tight fit tight fit
11. Mounting plate
^ Clipped onto the charcoal canister
12. 10 Nm
13. Activated charcoal canister
^ In the rear right wheel housing underneath the liner
^ Fastened to the body
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.