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Evaporative Canister Filter: Service and Repair



Evaporative Emission Canister Filter Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Clean any debris away that may be present around the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister vent filter cover.
3. Disconnect the fuel fill vent pipe quick connect fitting (2) from the EVAP canister.




4. Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, carefully release the retaining tabs (1) on the EVAP canister filter cover.
5. Remove the EVAP canister filter cover.
6. Remove and discard the EVAP canister filter.
7. Remove and discard the EVAP canister filter cover seal from the cover.
8. Clean the inside of the EVAP canister filter housing with a clean shop towel.

Installation Procedure




1. Install a NEW seal to the EVAP canister filter cover. Ensure that the seal is properly seated to the cover.
2. Install a NEW filter to the EVAP canister filter housing.
3. Install the canister filter cover.
4. Ensure that the filter cover retaining tabs (1) are secured to the canister.




5. Connect the fuel fill vent pipe quick connect fitting (2) to the EVAP canister.
6. Lower the vehicle.