Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V8-4.6L (2008)
Liquid Vapor Separator: Service and Repair
FUEL VAPOR VENT VALVE
Removal and Installation
WARNING:
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When working on or near the evaporative emission (EVAP) system, disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery. The EVAP
system contains fuel vapor and condensed fuel vapor, so an electrical spark may cause a fire or explosion. Failure to follow this
instruction may result in serious personal injury.
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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 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.
6. Leak test the evaporative emission (EVAP) system. See: Testing and Inspection
7. Carry out the evaporative emission repair drive cycle.
