Evaporative Emission Control Canister: Service and Repair

Evaporative Emission Canister Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister harness electrical connector (1) from the fuel tank pressure sensor.
3. Disconnect the EVAP canister harness electrical connector (2) from the EVAP canister vent solenoid valve.




4. Disconnect the fuel fill vent pipe quick connect fitting (2) from the EVAP canister.
5. Disconnect the fuel tank EVAP line quick connect fittings (1, 3) from the EVAP canister.




6. Remove the EVAP canister bolt.
7. Slide the EVAP canister assembly toward the driver side of the vehicle in order to remove.

Notice: The EVAP canister may have released carbon particles which caused this part to fail and may cause damage to other components. Check the EVAP canister for loose carbon before returning the vehicle to service.

8. If reusing the EVAP canister, inspect the canister for loose carbon particles.

Installation Procedure




1. Insert the retaining tab on the EVAP canister into the slotted bracket on the vehicle underbody.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the EVAP canister bolt.

Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).




3. Connect the fuel tank EVAP line quick connect fittings (1, 3) to the EVAP canister.
4. Connect the fuel fill vent pipe quick connect fitting (2) to the EVAP canister.




5. Connect the EVAP canister harness electrical connector (1) to the fuel tank pressure sensor.
6. Connect the EVAP canister harness electrical connector (2) to the EVAP canister vent solenoid valve.
7. Lower the vehicle.