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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1263886  Size: SH

    Caution: Do not allow smoking or the use of open flames in the area where work on the fuel or EVAP system is taking place. Anytime work is being done on the fuel system, disconnect the negative battery cable, except for those tests where battery voltage is required.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Disconnect the canister fuel vapor hoses.
  3. Remove the bolt that secures the canister flange to the vehicle.
  4. Slide the canister out of the track holder.
  5. Remove the canister.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1263886  Size: SH
  1. Insert the canister into the track and slide it into position.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the canister flange bolt.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the canister flange bolt to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

  5. Connect the canister fuel vapor hoses.
  6. Connect the negative battery cable.