Evaporative Emission Canister and Purge Valve: Material

Fig 1: Material

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WARNING: The evaporative emissions 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, possibly causing a fire or explosion if fuel vapor or liquid 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. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY & CHARGING SYSTEM .
2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist.
3. To remove individual components, only carry out the listed steps.
   Fig 2: Component Removal Steps Table

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4. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration.
   Fig 3: Evaporative Emission Canister And Purge Valve Component Removal Procedure (Steps 1-4)

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5. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration.
   Fig 4: Evaporative Emission Canister And Purge Valve Component Removal Procedure (Steps 5-15) (1 Of 2)

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   Fig 5: Evaporative Emission Canister And Purge Valve Component Removal Procedure (Steps 5-15) (2 Of 2)

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6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Item 5: Fuel Tank Removal Note 

1. Remove the fuel tank. For additional information, refer to FUEL TANK AND FILLER PIPE .