Removal and Installation

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, 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, resulting in possible personal injury.

Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, Refer to BATTERY AND CHARGING SYSTEM .
If the canisters are to be removed, remove the rear subframe.
To remove individual components, only carry out the listed steps.

Fig 1: Components Removing Step Chart
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Illustration 1 of 3. Remove the components in the order indicated in Fig 2.

Fig 2: Removing Fuel System Components And Part Description Chart (1 Of 3)
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Illustration 2 of 3. Remove the components in the order indicated in Fig 3.

Fig 3: Removing Fuel System Components And Part Description Chart (2 Of 3)
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Illustration 3 of 3. Remove the components in the order indicated in Fig 4.

Fig 4: Removing Fuel System Components And Part Description Chart (3 Of 3)
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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 .