2011 Acura MDXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

EVAP Canister Replacement

  1. Raise the vehicle on a lift.
  2. Remove the EVAP canister cover (A).
    Fig 1: EVAP Canister Cover And Mounting Bolts With Torque Specification
    G08052691Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Disconnect the quick-connect fitting (A) (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING PRECAUTIONS ), the hoses (B), the EVAP canister vent shut valve 2P connector (C), and the FTP sensor 3P connector (D), then remove the harness clamps (E).
    Fig 2: EVAP Canister Assembly With Torque Specifications
    G08052692Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Remove the bolts (F).
  5. Remove the EVAP canister assembly (G).
  6. Remove the EVAP canister vent shut valve (A) and the FTP sensor (B) from the canister (C).
    Fig 3: Identifying EVAP Canister Vent Shut Valve, FTP Sensor, Canister, O-Rings And Cap
    G08052693Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Reassemble the EVAP canister vent shut valve and the FTP sensor onto the EVAP canister with new O-rings (D), a new cap (E), and a new retainer (F).
    NOTE: Do not coat the O-rings with oil.
  8. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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