Removal Procedure

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NOTE:

Clean all evaporative emission (EVAP) line connections and surrounding areas prior to disconnecting, in order to avoid possible EVAP system contamination.

Fig 1: View Of EVAP CVS Electrical Connector & CVS Bracket

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Remove the right side, rear bumper step pad. Refer to Rear Bumper Step Outer Pad Replacement (Avalanche, Cadillac EXT) .
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Disconnect the chassis wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the EVAP canister vent solenoid.

Fig 2: View Of EVAP Canister & Quick Connect Fittings

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Disconnect the rear fuel tank EVAP canister quick connect fittings from the EVAP canister. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
Remove the EVAP canister bolt.
Lower the vehicle half way.

Fig 3: View Of EVAP Canister Bracket Nuts

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Loosen the EVAP canister bracket nuts (1).

Fig 4: View Of Front Bracket Clip

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Using a flat bladed screwdriver, disengage the front bracket clip.

Fig 5: View Of Rear Bracket Clip

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Using a flat bladed screwdriver, disengage the rear bracket clip.
Remove the EVAP canister.
Cap the EVAP lines in order to prevent possible EVAP system contamination.

Fig 6: View Of EVAP Canister Vent Solenoid Retainer

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Disconnect the EVAP canister vent solenoid line (1) quick connect fitting at the EVAP canister. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .