Section 13 (Emission Control): Canister: Removal

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REMOVE FLOOR NO. 1 UNDER COVER
1. Remove the 2 hole plugs
2. Remove the 5 nuts, 5 clips and under cover
  
  Fig 1: Locating Floor No. 1 Under Cover Hole Plugs, Nuts And Clips
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REMOVE CANISTER
1. Disconnect the fuel tank vent hose from the clamp labeled A shown in the illustration.
2. Disconnect the air inlet line hose (connected to the leak detection pump) labeled B from the air inlet line tube shown in the illustration
3. Disconnect the purge line hose labeled C shown in the illustration form the pipe.
4. Remove the 4 bolts, 2 plastic nuts and canister.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Canister Bolts And Plastic Nuts
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5. Using a clip remover, detach the 2 wire harness clamps.
6. Disconnect the leak detection pump connector
  
  Fig 4: Locating Leak Detection Pump Connector
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7. Disconnect the fuel tank vent hose labeled A shown in the illustration
  
  Fig 5: Disconnecting Fuel Tank Vent Hose Labeled
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  1. Pinch the retainer and then raise it
    NOTE:
    Do not use any tools in this procedure.
    
    Check for any dirt and foreign matter contamination in the valve and around the connector. Clean if necessary. Foreign matter may damage the O-rings or cause leaks in the seal between the valve and connector.
    
    Do not allow any scratches or foreign objects on the parts when disconnecting the tube.
    
    Do not forcibly bend, twist or turn the nylon tube.
    
    Protect the disconnected part by covering it with a plastic bag after disconnecting the tube.
    
    If the tube connector and pipe are stuck, push and pull to release them.
    
    Fig 6: Identifying Tube Connector, Retainer And O-Ring
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8. Disconnect the air inlet line hose labeled B shown in the illustration from the leak detection pump
9. Disconnect the purge line hose labeled C shown in the illustration