EVAP Canister: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Am and 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The EVAP canister is located underneath rear of vehicle. See Figure . Raise and support vehicle.
Disconnect hoses from EVAP canister. See Fig 1 .
Remove EVAP canister attaching bolt. See Fig 2 .
Remove EVAP canister and the retainer. See Fig 3 .
Remove the EVAP canister retainer from the canister. See Fig 4 .

Fig 1: Disconnecting Hoses From Charcoal Canister

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Fig 2: Removing/Installing Canister Attaching Bolt

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Fig 3: Removing/Installing EVAP Canister & Retainer

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Fig 4: Removing/Installing Retainer From EVAP Canister

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