Removal Procedure
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the purge valve electrical connector.
- Remove the hoses to the purge valve.
- Remove the purge valve nut and the purge valve from the mounting bracket.
Caution: To avoid any vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death when major components are removed from the vehicle and the vehicle is supported by a hoist, support the vehicle with jack stands at the opposite end from which the components are being removed and strap the vehicle to the hoist.
Installation Procedure
- Install the purge valve mounting bracket and the attaching nut.
- Slide the purge valve into the mounting stud.
- Install the hoses to the purge valve.
- Install the valve electrical connector.
- Lower the vehicle.
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.
Tighten
Tighten the purge valve mounting bracket attaching nut to 6-10 N·m
(53-88 lb in).
Tighten
Tighten the purge valve mounting nut to 8 N·m (71 lb in).
