OEM 2000 Mercury Sable Vapor Canister

2000 Mercury Sable Vapor Canister Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Service and Repair the Vapor Canister on 2000 Mercury Sable?

  A: The first procedure to service and repair the evaporative emission control canister requires you to disconnect the battery ground cable to prevent electrical sparks because fuel vapors in the area can ignite posing a fire or explosion risk. The next step requires raising and supporting the vehicle. The technician should disconnect the evaporative canister tube and the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge outlet tube from both evaporative emission tubes. Working on fuel-related components requires that you eliminate all sources of smoking and open flames due to the danger of igniting highly flammable mixtures. Use a screwdriver to disconnect the canister vent solenoid electrical connector after which you should remove the bracket-mounted EVAP canister through its nuts. First detach the EVAP canisters through the bracket then separate the solenoid lead and finally take out the inlet and outlet tubes from the canister. To install the component use the opposite order of removal steps followed by leak testing. Finish the repair verification by performing the drive cycle for testing evaporative emissions. When lubricating O-ring seals for the mission users must use MERPOL(R) O-ring seal lubricant which holds Ford specification ESE-M99B144-B or an equivalent sealant.