"GASCAP" Message on Wrangler

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"GASCAP" Message on Wrangler

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In this KZfaq I look at what caused the “GASCAP” message on my Jeep Wrangler dashboard and explain the solution I decided on to fix it. The “GASCAP” message indicates a problem with the fuel cap or evaporative canister system.
The vulnerable location of the canister on Wranglers makes it prone to damage from rocks and other obstacles. After looking at options, I went with the Poison Spyder® evap canister skid plate.
Please note that a series of video clips/photos is shown to illustrate my Jeep in a water and mud situation which did not follow the “Tread lightly” ethic. This was an unfortunate occurrence and, while I hope not to repeat this, I would also like to encourage other off-roaders to learn from others’ mistakes and avoid similar situations.
PS: After I uploaded this video, about two weeks later the “Gascap” message came back on😡. I added RTV automotive silicone to the O-ring between the canister and integrity module and the problem was again resolved. Sealant shouldn’t really be needed, but I assume using aftermarket parts (Autozone/O’Reillys) the seal/fit may not have been as tight as on an OEM unit. 𝘼𝙡𝙨𝙤 𝙗𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙢𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙚 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙡𝙮. 𝙄𝙩‘𝙨 𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙞𝙩 90𝙙𝙚𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙨 𝙤𝙛𝙛 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙨𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙘𝙝 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙧𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙖 𝙛𝙖𝙪𝙡𝙩.
Music credits (After opening theme)
Indie Romance - Silent Partner*
Parasail - Silent Partner*
Azure Moon - Kinemaster**
All Good in the Wood - Audionautix*
*Used under Creative Commons Licensing. Available on KZfaq and further individual attribution statements are available there for each piece.
**Music asset provided with Kinemaster App
This KZfaq video is ©2019 Kenneth Johnson
Ken’s rig:
2011 JK Rubicon Unlimited
3.8 liter, 6-speed manual
5.13 gearing on diffs
4” Ready Lift®
Synergy® flip drag link/tie rod
Rubicon Express® adjustable front control arms, and transfer case skid plate
Synergy® ball joints
35” Iron Man tires on Pacer LT Mod 17” wheels
OR-FAB® front bumper
Poison Spyder® evap canister skid plate
Rubicon 10th Anniversary rear bumper
Smittybilt® Gen2 tire carrier
Smittybilt® XRC 12k winch
Smittybilt® - XRC Series body cladding
Rugged Ridge®
Flow Master Hush Power exhaust
MetalCloak® Overland fenders
Kargo Master Safari Roof Rack
ARB® Maximum Output Twin Air Compressor Unit
(Also running the Kleinn® on-board air system and train horns)
Uniden PRO 520xl CB
Oh... And a “New Car” scented air freshener!

Пікірлер: 25

@JonesAcademy7 18 күн бұрын

And this is why we have winches ;) oh and thaks for the info on the gascap!

@barbarastuart5675 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for your tips help me understand what and why my engine light is on.

@atticoos 3 жыл бұрын

LOL!!! I've been working on GASCAP/P0455/PO456 the past month, this was HILLARIOUS to watch. Because you nailed what I've been doing -- "I'll try the gascap, nope. I'll check the lines, nope. I'll check the charcoal canister..." -- kills me that you went to check yours and it was straight up GONE hahaha

@stevenmaiden6118 Жыл бұрын

Same issue here, but without the water. Much appreciated

@broncodryver 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Didn’t realize there’s an o-ring and I kept getting the “gascap” msg after I ripped my canister out.

@sledstrong 3 жыл бұрын

Some one stole it or the lines and electric plug would be broken off

@atticoos 3 жыл бұрын

yeah i was wondering how that wiring harness was in pristine condition..

@jeeplover2004 7 ай бұрын

I wonder if someone stile yours...the wires aren't even damaged even tho it fell off ...huh well anyway I need that poision spider thing...

@KenTheJeepGuy 7 ай бұрын

Also more recently found the plastic tubes on top of the gas tank get brittle with age and can crack, causing this message. A smoke test will sleuth it out.

@adamforgac7422 3 жыл бұрын

my guy was missing a whole evap canister

@brentgoffinet2088 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like fun! Not I’ll advised! Lol

@happyg62 2 жыл бұрын

Did your jeep misfire when you gascap light came up??

@KenTheJeepGuy 2 жыл бұрын

No. No symptoms at all.

@happyg62 2 жыл бұрын

@@KenTheJeepGuy my 2008 jeep jk has new engine since 2018 have only 50000km on the engine now has gascap sign and misfire at idle

@Tactical_Pterodactyl_Knives 3 жыл бұрын

Have you had any other issues with this? I'm dealing with this in my 09 and replaced the integrity module since my canister looks like new still.

@KenTheJeepGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I have had no problems before this canister was ripped off, and I had problems after when I did not install the integrity unit correctly. Since I got the integrity unit oriented properly I have had no problems in the last two years or so since the video was made

@Tactical_Pterodactyl_Knives 3 жыл бұрын

@@KenTheJeepGuy that's good to hear. What brand vapor canister did you go with? Factory? I'm replacing that next. I did the integrity unit and just swapped gaskets to get a tighter fit. Still get the gascap code. Did yours go away the first time you cranked it or did you have to run through a tank of gas? I've read people say it needed to go through up to a few tanks of gas.

@KenTheJeepGuy 3 жыл бұрын

@@Tactical_Pterodactyl_Knives aAs I recall, I added clear silicone to the gaskets for more insurance. I think I bought both the canister and integrity unit at Autozone. I followed on-line instructions to clear all codes, so I started fresh. And, happily, it didn’t come back!

@Tactical_Pterodactyl_Knives 3 жыл бұрын

@@KenTheJeepGuy where did you find the instructions to clear it? I think I've fixed it but the word gascap still comes on every start. I haven't found any instructions for clearing it. And thanks for taking the time to respond! It means a lot.

@KenTheJeepGuy 3 жыл бұрын

@@Tactical_Pterodactyl_Knives Glad to help! Us Jeepers usually try to be helpful on, or off, the trail. I Googled “how to reset engine light on wrangler” and found it. For my 2011 these instructions worked: itstillruns.com/reset-light-jeep-wrangler-sport-7250253.html

@mgamga9476 11 ай бұрын

Glad all is well but this video is not for the average persons check engine light problem. You lost entire evap canister. Crazy. Hope you Jeep dried out O.K.

@KenTheJeepGuy 11 ай бұрын

Smoke test is often needed

@williamparis5303 7 ай бұрын

Ty for sharing your GF is a soilder😅😅❤ 🫡

@KenTheJeepGuy 7 ай бұрын

She is! Since recording this, I have also discovered that the plastic parts on the top of a wrangler, gas tank, can crack, and cause air leaks, making the light come on.