REMOVE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY
REMOVE CHARCOAL CANISTER ASSEMBLY
Disconnect the connector from the charcoal canister leak detection pump sub-assembly.
Disconnect the air line tube.
| *1 | Tube Connector |
| *2 | O-ring |
| *3 | Pipe (charcoal canister leak detection pump sub-assembly) |
| *a | Pinch |
| *b | Push |
Note
Remove any dirt or foreign matter on the tube connector before performing this work.
Do not allow any scratches or foreign matter to get on the parts when disconnecting them as the tube connector has an O-ring that seals the pipe.
Perform this work by hand. Do not use any tools.
Do not forcibly bend, twist or turn the air line tube.
Protect the disconnected parts by covering them with plastic bags after disconnecting the air line tube.
If the tube connector and pipe are stuck, push and pull on them to release.
Push the air line tube firmly toward the charcoal canister side.
Pinch the air line tube as shown in the illustration.
Pull out the air line tube.
Disconnect the 2 tube clamps.
Disconnect the purge line hose.
Remove the 4 bolts and guide.
Separate the clip from the body to remove the charcoal canister assembly.
REMOVE CHARCOAL CANISTER SUPPORT BRACKET
Remove the 4 bolts and charcoal canister support bracket.
REMOVE NO. 1 CHARCOAL CANISTER FILTER
| *1 | Tube Connector |
| *2 | O-ring |
| *3 | Pipe (charcoal canister assembly) |
| *a | Pinch |
| *b | Push |
Disengage the 2 claws and remove the cap.
Disconnect the vent hose.
Note
Remove any dirt or foreign matter on the tube connector before performing this work.
Do not allow any scratches or foreign matter to get on the parts when disconnecting them as the tube connector has an O-ring that seals the pipe.
Perform this work by hand. Do not use any tools.
Do not forcibly bend, twist or turn the vent hose.
Protect the disconnected parts by covering them with plastic bags after disconnecting the vent hose.
If the tube connector and pipe are stuck, push and pull on them to release.
Push the vent hose firmly toward the charcoal canister side.
Pinch the vent hose as shown in the illustration.
Pull out the vent hose.
REMOVE CHARCOAL CANISTER BASE BRACKET
Remove the 2 bolts and charcoal canister base bracket.
REMOVE CHARCOAL CANISTER LEAK DETECTION PUMP SUB-ASSEMBLY
Before removing the charcoal canister leak detection pump sub-assembly, clean the canister by blowing air into it to ensure that the canister is free of foreign matter.
Note
Make sure to clean the canister using only air.
Do not use gasoline, thinners or solvents.
| *1 | Protective Tape |
While disengaging the 2 claws as shown in the illustration, push the charcoal canister leak detection pump sub-assembly upwards using a screwdriver to remove it.
Tech Tips
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
Check if the canister contains foreign matter such as mud or water.
Visually check that the inside of the canister is free of foreign matter.
Hold the canister upside down to make sure that the canister is free of foreign matter.
If the canister contains foreign matter, replace the canister.