Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L (2009)
Evaporative Canister Filter: Service and Repair
Dust Separator
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 hose from the dust separator.
4. Disconnect the fuel filler pipe vapor hose from the dust separator.
5. Remove the bolt and the dust separator.
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To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
6. 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:
Powertrain Management/Emission Control Systems/Evaporative Emissions System/Testing and Inspection.