Explorer Sport Trac 2WD V6-4.0L (2009)
Canister Vent Valve: Service and Repair
Fuel Vapor Vent Valve
Removal and Installation
WARNING: Always disconnect the battery ground cable at the battery when working on an evaporative emission (EVAP) system or
fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious personal injury.
WARNING: Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or have an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component.
Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
NOTE: Use only water-based lubricants on the vapor hoses.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
3. Disconnect the fuel vapor vent valve electrical connector.
4. Disconnect the fuel vapor hoses from the fuel vapor vent valve and remove the fuel vapor vent valve.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Lubricate the vapor hoses with a water-based lubricant to ease installation.
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Carry out the Evaporative Emission System Leak Test. For additional information, refer to Evaporative Emission System Leak Test See:
Testing and Inspection.
