EVAP Cleaning Procedure
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- Remove the EVAP canister. Refer to Evaporative Emission Canister Replacement (2500 Series) , Evaporative Emission Canister Replacement (1500 Series) .
- Turn OFF the main valve on the J 41413-200 evaporative emissions system tester.
- Disconnect the hose from the diagnostic station pressure regulator.
- Using a section of vacuum hose, connect one end to the diagnostic station pressure regulator.
- Connect the other end of the vacuum hose to the canister side of the purge pipe.
- Turn ON the main nitrogen cylinder valve and continue to discharge nitrogen for 15 seconds.
- If the nitrogen does not dislodge the carbon particles, replace the purge pipe.
- Return the EVAP pressure/purge diagnostic station to the stations original condition.
- Install a new EVAP canister. Refer to Evaporative Emission Canister Replacement (2500 Series) , Evaporative Emission Canister Replacement (1500 Series) .
- Connect all previously disconnected EVAP pipe connectors.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Continue with the published service manual diagnostic DTC procedure.