Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Clean the evaporative emission (EVAP) connections and surrounding areas prior to disconnecting the fittings in order to avoid possible system contamination.

Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
Remove the harness clip from the canister vent solenoid (CVS) line.

Fig 1: EVAP Canister Vent Solenoid
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Disconnect the CVS electrical connector.

Fig 2: EVAP CVS Line At The Canister (Pickup With 6 Ft. Box)

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If the vehicle is equipped with a 6 ft box, disconnect the EVAP CVS line from the canister.
Remove the CVS clip from the frame crossmember.
Push in the retainer and remove the CVS from the fuel tank clip.

Fig 3: EVAP CVS Line At The Canister (Pickup With 8 Ft. Box)

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If the vehicle is equipped with a 8 ft box, disconnect the EVAP CVS line from the canister.
Remove the CVS clip from the frame crossmember.
Push in the retainer and remove the CVS from the fuel tank clip.