OEM 2005 Ford Expedition Vapor Canister

2005 Ford Expedition Vapor Canister Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: What Precautions Should Be Taken with the Vapor Canister in the Evaporative Emissions System to Prevent Explosion or Fire on 2005 Ford Expedition?

  A: The evaporative emissions system stores fuel vapor and condensed fuel vapor that creates fire hazards so the technician should unplug the battery ground cable to lower the risk of electrical sparks when fuel vapor or liquid fuel remain present. Users should stay away from both smoking and combustible flames in proximity to fuel components because these areas hold dangerous flammable elements. The first step should be placing the vehicle at NEUTRAL on a hoist while disconnecting the battery ground cable followed by taking off the spare tire. The service technician should start by disconnecting both the evaporative emissions (EVAP) canister vent solenoid electrical connector and the fuel vapor tube leading from the EVAP canister along with the fuel vapor vent tube from the dust separator. When reinstalling the EVAP canister assembly secure the four bolts to 13 Nm (10 lb-ft) torque specification. Leave the EVAP canister bracket assembly on a clean working environment to disconnect both the EVAP filter vapor tube from the EVAP canister and the hose from the dust separator. The tabs need to be released to take off the EVAP canister from its bracket and for installation you should follow the opposite steps of removal. A leak test of the system should follow installation after which you need to conduct the evaporative emissions repair verification drive cycle.