Evaporative Emission Control Canister: Service and Repair

EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER







Removal and Installation

WARNING:
- The evaporative emission system contains fuel vapor and condensed fuel vapor. Although not present in large quantities, it still presents the danger of explosion or fire. Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery to minimize the possibility of an electrical spark occurring, possibly causing a fire or explosion if fuel vapor or liquid fuel are present in the area. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
- Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.
- Do not carry personal electronic devices such as cell phones, pagers or audio equipment of any type when working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injuries.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
3. Remove the rear subframe.
4. Disconnect the fuel vapor tube quick connect coupling.
5. Disconnect the 2 evaporative emissions (EVAP) canister electrical connectors.
6. Remove the 4 EVAP canister bracket assembly bolts and the EVAP canister and bracket assembly.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).

7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
8. Carry out a leak test. Evaporative Emission System Leak Test
9. Carry out the evaporative emission repair verification drive cycle. Evaporative Emission Repair Verification Drive Cycle