Dorman 911-266 vapor canister for the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder V6 3.3L and other vehicles stores fuel vapor in charcoal for the evaporative emissions system. This evaporative emissions charcoal canister is a direct replacement that matches the original canister's function and performance on specified vehicles.
- Charcoal filter element inside a plastic housing
- Three ports, each 0.325 in outside diameter
- Reverse engineered from the original design for each application
- Intended to restore evaporative emissions control when the old canister has failed
- Part of the Dorman OE Solutions line
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 911-266 vapor canister
- Fits: 1997 Nissan Pathfinder V6 3.3L and other vehicles
- Material: Plastic housing, charcoal filter element
- Condition: New
A cracked housing, a fuel smell or an evaporative emissions warning light can mean the canister has failed. A purge valve, a vent valve or a loose fuel cap can be behind those signs too, so find the cause before buying a new canister.
Fits
Besides the vehicle named above, this is a vapor canister for the 1995-1997 Nissan 240SX 4-cylinder 2.4L and the 1996-1997 Nissan Pickup 4-cylinder 2.4L. One canister goes on each vehicle, and this listing is one. If your vehicle is not named here, look for it in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Length: 9.375 in
- Inside diameter: 0.325 in
- Port outside diameter: 0.325 in
- Ports: 3
Build and materials
- Type: evaporative emissions charcoal canister
- Housing material: plastic
- Filter element: charcoal, included
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: Viet Nam
In the box
One vapor canister. Mounting hardware is not included, so plan on new fasteners, since the old ones may not be reusable.
Interchange: 4B1258 · CP1134 · 149501S700 · 149501S717 · CP3050 · VC4181
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
4B1258, CP1134, 149501S700, 149501S717, CP3050, VC4181
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dorman 911-266 the right Pathfinder vapor canister for a 1997 Nissan with the V6 3.3L?
Yes. The 1997 Nissan Pathfinder V6 3.3L is on the fitment list for Dorman 911-266, and the listing is one canister.
Is this Dorman evap canister filled with charcoal?
Yes. The filter element is charcoal and it is included, inside a plastic housing.
What is not included with the Dorman 911-266 vapor canister?
Mounting hardware is not included; the listing is one vapor canister. Plan on new fasteners, since the old ones may not be reusable.
What size are the ports on the Dorman 911-266?
It has three ports, each 0.325 in in outside diameter, and the canister is 9.375 in long.
How do I tell if a charcoal vapor canister is cracked or failing?
A cracked plastic housing, a fuel smell or an evaporative emissions warning light can point to a canister problem. A shop can test the system with the proper tools.
