Purge Damper: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Place "NO OPEN FLAMES" signs near the working area.

Remove the bolts which secure the purge damper to the purge damper bracket.

Fig 1: Locating Purge Damper Stay Bolts
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Disconnect the evaporation hose from the purge damper and remove the purge damper.

Fig 2: Locating Evaporation Hose Clamps
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