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1998 V70XC - Filling up the fuel tank, premature shut-off from gas pump

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Went to fill up Saskia today, and had a curious development in light of the recent repairs. Upon trying to fill up the tank, the nozzle shut off at 4 gallons and did not want to let any more in. I know this isn’t enough to fill the tank based on the recent repairs and how much driving I’ve done (should be nearly empty at this point).

Current related things:
- Fuel gauge reading incorrectly (way too high)
- P0455 (EFI-611 Fuel tank system large leak)
- CI-113 Fuel Level Sensor Signal too high

I’m thinking something with a pressure issue within the EVAP system is causing the pump to shut off prematurely…

Reading through the EVAP theory of function thread (link: https://www.matthewsvolvosite.com/foru ... hp?t=54591) which has my knee-jerk reaction at something with the ORVR valve/hosing malfunctioning. Lifting up the access hatch below all the electrical connectors for the fuel pump/ABS wheel speed sensors does reveal a smell of gas fumes.

Edit: I should mention that I’ve replaced a majority of the EVAP system hoses and components, with the rear of the car being the area least touched. In the first post for the main thread on Saskia, I have a mention of things there (linked in signature)
Lifted 1998 V70XC "Saskia" - Introduction/Continuing Repair Post: viewtopic.php?t=107993
- Chassis number: 475986 (early 1998 chassis dated 01/98)
- Emission code: 4

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Update on this, did some driving around today to where I wanted to put more fuel in the tank, and in doing so I tried filling it slower and with the nozzle not 100% inserted.

In doing so, after finessing the fuel filler a little bit, some fuel backed out into the silver cylinder portion of the fuel fill hole on the car, eventually slowly going on as I held the little green door open with the nozzle. I could also see fuel vapors coming out of that hole.

Going to take a look at things later tonight, still hunting around (in my limited time) trying to find discussions on this sort of issue
Lifted 1998 V70XC "Saskia" - Introduction/Continuing Repair Post: viewtopic.php?t=107993
- Chassis number: 475986 (early 1998 chassis dated 01/98)
- Emission code: 4

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The evap hoses have to free and clear to vent the tank on filling
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