Evaporative Emission Canister: Removal
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 .
- Disconnect the fuel vapor vent valve electrical connector.
- Disconnect the evaporative emissions (EVAP) canister vent solenoid electrical connector.
- Disconnect the fuel vapor hose from the dust separator.
- Disconnect the fuel vapor control tube assembly valve quick connect coupling from the fuel vapor vent valve. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
- Disconnect the fuel vapor tube quick connect coupling from the EVAP canister. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
- Detach the wiring harness pin-type retainer from the EVAP canister bracket.
- Remove the 2 nuts, 2 bolts and the EVAP canister assembly.