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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK1998LESABRE V6-3.8L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSEVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS SYSTEMEVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL CANISTERSERVICE AND REPAIR
1998 Buick LeSabre V6-3.8L VIN K
Evaporative Emission Control Canister: Service and Repair
1998 Buick LeSabre V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module / Service and Repair / Replacement / Programming.
EVAP Vent Valve:
2. Remove the EVAP canister vent valve.
Description:
3. Remove the PCM bracket attaching hardware.
4. Remove the PCM bracket.
EVAP Cannister:
5. Remove the EVAP canister vent valve bracket.
6. Remove the purge, fuel vapor, and vent lines from the EVAP canister.
7. Remove the EVAP canister from vehicle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the EVAP canister to the vehicle.
2. Connect the [1][2]EVAP vent hose and tighten the hose clamp.
3. Connect the purge and vapor lines to the EVAP canister. Make sure the connections are correct.
4. Install the vent valve bracket.
^ Tighten the bolt to 2 Nm (18 in. lbs.).
NOTICE: Refer to Service Precautions / Fasteners.
5. Install the PCM bracket.
6. Install the EVAP canister vent valve.
7. Install the two PCM bracket bolts and the two PCM bracket retainers.
8. Install the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module / Service and Repair / Replacement / Programming.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.