REMOVAL (To 12/2010): Removal

PREVENT GASOLINE FROM SPILLING OUT
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
NOTE:
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected. Refer to INITIALIZATION .
REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 1
REMOVE REAR FLOOR SERVICE HOLE COVER . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 4
SEPARATE FUEL PUMP TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 5
DRAIN FUEL
REMOVE EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY CENTER
DISCONNECT PARKING BRAKE CABLE ASSEMBLY NO. 2 . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 10
DISCONNECT PARKING BRAKE CABLE ASSEMBLY NO. 3 . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 11
REMOVE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 13
REMOVE CHARCOAL CANISTER ASSEMBLY
1. Disconnect the fuel tank vent hose from the charcoal canister.
  
  Fig 1: Disconnecting Fuel Tank Vent Hose From Charcoal Canister
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  1. Push the connector deep inside.
  2. Pinch portion A.
  3. Pull out the connector.
2. Disconnect the charcoal canister filter sub-assembly from the charcoal canister.
  
  Fig 2: Disconnecting Charcoal Canister Filter Sub-Assembly From Charcoal Canister
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  1. Push the connector deep inside.
  2. Pinch portion A.
  3. Pull out the connector.
3. Disconnect the vapor pressure sensor connector.
4. Disconnect the wire harness clamp.
5. Disconnect the purge line hose from the charcoal canister.
6. Remove the 2 bolts, clip and charcoal canister.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Charcoal Canister Bolts And Clip
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