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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 3.1L 🢒 Evaporative Emission Canister Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 82210 Size: SH
  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Disconnect the hoses from the EVAP canister.
  3. Disconnect the EVAP canister retainer attaching bolt.
  4. Remove the EVAP canister and the retainer.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 82210 Size: SH
  1. Install the rearward end of the EVAP canister retainer into the slot in the EVAP bracket. Rotate the EVAP canister in order to insert the top of the EVAP canister under the tab.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the EVAP canister retainer attaching bolt.

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

  3. Connect the hoses to the canister.

    4. Important:  When installing the EVAP canister, the canister vent hose must be routed below the fuel tank fill and vent hoses.

  4. Lower the vehicle.