EVAP Canister Vent Valve: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
The EVAP canister may have released carbon particles which caused EVAP canister vent valve to fail and may cause damage to other components. Check the EVAP canister for loose carbon before returning the vehicle to service.
NOTE:
The numbers in parenthesis in removal and installation procedures refer to numbered components in referenced figure(s).
- Remove vent hose (4) from the air cleaner and EVAP canister vent valve (3). See Fig 1 .
- Disconnect the other vent hose (4) from EVAP canister vent valve (3).
- Disconnect EVAP canister vent valve (3) harness connector (1). See Fig 1 .
- Remove the bolt (2) from the EVAP canister vent valve (3).
- Remove the EVAP canister vent valve (1) from the air cleaner housing.
- Inspect the EVAP canister vent valve and the EVAP vent system for carbon particle contamination before replacing the EVAP canister vent valve.