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Removal Procedure (VIN 1)


    Object Number: 74281  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Raise the vehicle.
  3. Remove the driver side rear wheel and housing liner.
  4. Remove the hoses from canister. Mark the hoses to ensure correct installation on new canister.
  5. Important: Inspect the canister hoses for damage or deterioration. Refer to Emission Hose Routing Diagram for proper routing of canister hoses. When replacing the lines, use the correct replacement part.

  6. Remove the canister to canister bracket retaining bolt.
  7. Remove the canister.

Removal Procedure (VIN K)


    Object Number: 74280  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Raise the vehicle.
  3. Remove the driver side rear wheel and housing liner.
  4. Remove the hoses from canister. Mark the hoses to ensure correct installation on new canister.
  5. Important: Inspect the canister hoses for damage or deterioration. Refer to Emission Hose Routing Diagram for proper routing of canister hoses. When replacing the lines, use the correct replacement part.

  6. Remove the canister to canister bracket retaining bolt.
  7. Remove the canister.

Installation Procedure (VIN 1)


    Object Number: 74281  Size: SH
  1. Install the canister.
  2. Tighten the canister to canister bracket bolt.
  3. Install the hoses to canister. Make sure the connections are correct.
  4. Install the driver side housing liner and wheel assembly.
  5. Tighten
    Torque the wheel lug nuts to 140 N·m (104 lb ft). Refer to

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

    in General Information.

  6. Lower the vehicle
  7. Reconnect the negative battery cable.

Installation Procedure (VIN K)


    Object Number: 74280  Size: SH
  1. Install the canister.
  2. Tighten the canister to canister bracket bolt.
  3. Install the hoses to canister. Make sure the connections are correct.
  4. Install the driver side housing liner and wheel assembly.
  5. Tighten
    Torque the wheel lug nuts to 140 N·m (104 lb ft). Refer to

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

    in General Information.

  6. Lower the vehicle
  7. Reconnect the negative battery cable.