Necessary preliminary tasks

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Remove COVER FOR CARBON CANISTER

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock quick-release fasteners (2) and disconnect vent lines.

Release screws (3) and remove carbon canister (4).

Installation:

Tightening torque 16 13 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Carbon Canister

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Installation:

Lug (1) must be correctly seated in guide (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Guide And Lug

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