Emission Control System

Fuel Tank Air Filter Repair Procedures

6steps
~36min
2/5difficulty
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Removal

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
  2. Raise the vehicle.
  3. Disconnect the canister close valve connector (A).
  4. Disconnect the vent hose (B) from the fuel tank air filter and the canister close valve.
  5. Remove the fuel tank air filter assembly by removing the bolts (C).
  6. Release the lever (A), then separate the canister close valve (B) from the fuel tank air filter (C) by turning it in the direction of the arrow in the illustration.

Installation

  • Install the component with the specified torque.
  • Note that internal damage may occur if the component is dropped. In this case, inspect it before use.
  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Test yourself

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