Purpose, Function
Absorbs evaporative gas flowing from the fuel tank to prevent release of the gas into the atmosphere.
Construction
The charcoal canister is installed near the fuel tank.
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The charcoal canister has activated charcoal to absorb evaporative gas.
Operation
When the purge solenoid valve is open, evaporative gas, which is absorbed by the activated charcoal, is released by the intake manifold vacuum and the gas flows to the intake manifold.
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Charcoal Canister Removal/Installation
Check Valve InspectionWindshield Wiper Motor Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Windshield wiper arm and blade.
b. Cowl grille.
Windshield Wiper Motor Inspection
1. Apply battery positive voltage and connect the ground to the windshield wiper
motor terminals as indicated in the table below a ...
Rear Scuff Plate Removal/Installation
1. Take the shaded area shown in the figure, detach tab A while pulling the rear
scuff plate in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the figure, then detach hook
B, clips C, pins D while pulling in the direction of the arrow (2).
2. Take the shaded area shown in the figure, detach tab E whi ...
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