Evaporative Emission Canister And Purge Valve: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Monterey and 2004 Ford Freestar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
The evaporative emission system contains fuel vapor and condensed fuel vapor. Although not present in large quantities, it still presents the danger of explosion or fire. Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery to minimize the possibility of an electrical spark occurring, which can cause a fire or explosion if fuel vapor or liquefied fuel are present in the area. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.
- If removing the canister purge valve, remove the cowl panel. For additional information, Refer to BODY SYSTEM - EXTERIOR .
- If removing the evaporative emission canister, with the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, Refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT .
- Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustrations and tables.PART REMOVAL STEPS
Part Steps Vapor management valve (VMV) 1-5 Evaporative emission canister 6-10 Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Carry out a leak test. For additional information, Refer to EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM LEAK TEST .
- Carry out the evaporative emission repair verification drive cycle. For additional information, Refer to EVAPORATIVE EMISSION REPAIR VERIFICATION DRIVE CYCLE .