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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the engine sight shield. Refer to Engine Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 8.1L.
  2. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve electrical connector (1).
    Fig 1: View Of Generator, Injector Harness, Ignition Coil Harness, ETC & Purge Valve Solenoid Electrical Connectors
    GM1235689Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Disconnect the EVAP purge tube from the purge solenoid.
    Fig 2: View Of EVAP Purge Tube At Purge Solenoid
    GM843915Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. In order to disconnect the EVAP purge tube connector (1), slide the retaining tab (2) to the release position and separate the connection.
    Fig 3: EVAP Purge Tube Connector Retaining Tab To Release Position
    GM695582Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the EVAP canister purge valve bolt.
    Fig 4: Removing EVAP Canister Purge Valve
    GM858210Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the EVAP canister purge valve.