Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Generator, Injector Harness, Ignition Coil Harness, ETC & Purge Valve Solenoid Electrical Connectors

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Remove the engine sight shield. Refer to Engine Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 8.1L.
Disconnect the fuel injector harness electrical connector (3).

Fig 2: View Of EVAP Purge Tube At Purge Solenoid

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Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) purge tube at the purge solenoid.

Fig 3: EVAP Purge Tube Connector

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To disconnect the EVAP purge tube connector (1), slide the retaining tab (2) to the release position and separate the connection.

Fig 4: EVAP Purge Tube At Fuel Rail

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Disconnect the EVAP purge tube clip from the fuel rail bracket.
Disconnect the EVAP purge tube at the EVAP pipe.