Test sequence

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Remove rear muffler (Refer to Muffler with mounts (vehicles with engine codes BJS) , item 9)
Unscrew rear muffler heat shield from vehicle floor.
Remove cover beneath EVAP canister (Refer to Parts of EVAP canister system (vehicles with engine code BJS), removing and installing , item 11)

Fig 1: EVAP Canister Studs & Connector

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Disconnect 2-pin connector -1- from Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Purge Solenoid Valve -N115-.