Evaporative Emission Line Replacement - Engine to Chassis

Evaporative Emission Line Replacement - Engine to Chassis

Special Tools

J 45059 Angle Meter

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.
2. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief (With CH 48027) Fuel Pressure Relief (With CH 48027)Fuel Pressure Relief (Without CH 48027) Fuel Pressure Relief (Without CH 48027).
3. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) pipe (2) quick connect fitting from the purge solenoid. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.




4. Cap or plug the EVAP pipe and the purge solenoid in order to prevent system contamination.
5. Open the upper retainer (1) and remove the EVAP pipe from the retainer.
6. Open the retainers (2, 3) attached to the studs on the front of dash and remove the EVAP pipe.
7. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.




8. Disconnect the EVAP pipe (1) quick connect fitting from the fuel tank EVAP pipe. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.




9. Remove the side rail reinforcement bolts (1).




10. Remove the front frame bolts (1).
11. Remove the side rail reinforcements (3).




12. Remove the rear brake pipe bracket nuts and release the brackets from the body studs.
13. Release the pipe retainers from the vehicle underbody.
14. Remove the EVAP pipe from the retainers.
15. Lower the rear of the pipe while moving the pipe rearward slightly, then lower the front of the pipe.
16. Remove the EVAP pipe from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the EVAP pipe to the vehicle.
2. With the rear of the pipe positioned slightly rearward and down, raise the front of the pipe into position.
3. Install the remainder of the pipe into position.
4. Install the EVAP pipe to the pipe retainers.
5. Secure the pipe retainers to the vehicle underbody.




6. Position the side rail reinforcements (3) to the side rail and frame.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

7. Install the front frame bolts (1) and tighten to 100 Nm (73 lb ft) plus an additional 180 degrees using the J 45059 .




8. Install the side rail reinforcement bolts (1) and tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).




9. Connect the EVAP pipe (1) quick connect fitting to the fuel tank EVAP pipe. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.




10. Lower the vehicle.
11. Remove the caps or plugs from the EVAP pipe and the purge solenoid.
12. Install the EVAP pipe to the retainers (2, 3) and close the retainers.
13. Install the EVAP pipe to the upper retainer (1) and close the retainer.




14. Connect the EVAP pipe (2) quick connect fitting to the purge solenoid. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
15. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
16. Inspect for fuel leaks using the following procedure:

1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds.
2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
4. Inspect for fuel leaks.

17. Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.