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Dust Separator

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WARNING: The evaporative emissions system contains fuel vapor and condensed fuel vapor. Although not present in large quantities, it still presents the danger of explosion or fire. Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery to minimize the possibility of an electrical spark occurring, possibly causing a fire or explosion if fuel vapor or liquid fuel are present in the area. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or 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 personal injury.
NOTE: During the repair or replacement of fuel-related components, all liquid and vapor fuel openings shall be capped, taped or otherwise appropriately protected to prevent the ingress of dirt or other contamination. All caps, tape and other protective materials shall be removed prior to installation.
  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT .
  2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  3. Remove the evaporative (EVAP) canister solenoid. For additional information, refer to EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER AND PURGE VALVE - 4.0L SOHC EARLY BUILD  or EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER AND PURGE VALVE - 4.6L AND 4.0L SOHC LATE BUILD .
  4. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    Fig 1: Identifying Dust Separator
    G03182573Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Leak test the evaporative emission system. For additional information, REFER to EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM LEAK TEST .
  7. Carry out the evaporative emission repair drive cycle. For additional information, refer to EVAPORATIVE EMISSION REPAIR VERIFICATION DRIVE CYCLE .
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