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Removal Procedure

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IMPORTANT: Clean the evaporative emission (EVAP) connections and surrounding areas prior to disconnecting the fittings in order to avoid possible system contamination.
    Fig 1: EVAP Canister Vent Solenoid Clip And EVAP Canister Vent Solenoid Pipe Clip
    GM1855687Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove EVAP canister vent solenoid clip (1) from the chassis EVAP line.
  3. Remove the EVAP canister vent solenoid pipe from the clip (2) on the chassis EVAP line.
  4. Remove the EVAP canister vent solenoid pipe from the clips (3) on the brake pipes.
  5. Disconnect the chassis wiring harness electrical connector from the EVAP canister vent solenoid.
  6. Fig 2: Fittings At Fuel Tank
    GM1854924Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Disconnect the EVAP vent solenoid pipe quick connect fitting (3) from the EVAP canister. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  8. Remove the EVAP canister vent solenoid pipe clip (1) from the frame crossmember.
  9. Fig 3: EVAP Canister Vent Solenoid Retainer
    GM1855688Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Disengage the retainer (1) securing the EVAP canister vent solenoid.
  11. Slide the EVAP canister vent solenoid off the bracket towards the passenger side of the vehicle.
  12. Fig 4: EVAP Canister Vent Solenoid
    GM1855691Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove the EVAP canister vent solenoid from the vehicle.