OEM 2005 Ford Freestar Vapor Canister

2005 Ford Freestar Vapor Canister Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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

  A: The evaporative emission system contains fuel vapor and condensed fuel vapor so technicians must disconnect the battery ground cable to cut down electrical spark risk during service since unburned fuel vapor presents a substantial fire hazard. This precaution protects personnel from potential injury. It is mandatory to forbid smoking as well as using open flames or carrying lighted tobacco near fuel-related components because these contain highly flammable mixtures. The first step involves placing the vehicle into NEUTRAL on a hoist then disconnecting the ground connection of the battery. Start by removing both pin-type retainers and the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister cover and disconnect the fuel vapor hose while separating the EVAP canister electrical connector. Reverse the EVAP canister to 7 Nm (62 lb-in) during installation while removing its mounting bolts and extracting the EVAP canister to replace. Vehicle re-installation requires a reverse of removal steps along with an evaporative emission repair verification drive cycle for proper operational check.