Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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, which can cause a fire or explosion if fuel vapor or liquefied 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.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
- Remove evaporative emission (EVAP) canister assembly. For additional information, refer to EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER .
- Disconnect the fuel vapor hose from the EVAP canister vent solenoid.
- Release the EVAP canister vent solenoid from the EVAP hydrocarbon filter.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Apply clean engine oil to the EVAP canister vent solenoid O-ring seal prior to installation.
- Carry out the EVAP system leak test. For additional information, refer to EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM LEAK TEST .
- Carry out the EVAP repair verification drive cycle. For additional information, refer to EVAPORATIVE EMISSION REPAIR VERIFICATION DRIVE CYCLE .