2012 Honda Insight BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

EVAP Canister Replacement

  1. Raise the vehicle on a lift.
  2. Disconnect the hoses from the EVAP canister filter (see EVAP CANISTER FILTER REPLACEMENT  ).
  3. Remove the bolts (A), then remove the canister guard (B).
    Fig 1: Canister Guard And Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications
    G08092655Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Disconnect the hoses (A).
    Fig 2: FTP Sensor 3P Connector, Hoses, EVAP Canister Vent Shut Valve 2P Connector And Harness Clip With Torque Specifications
    G08092656Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Disconnect the FTP sensor 3P connector (B) and the EVAP canister vent shut valve 2P connector (C), then remove the harness clip (D).
  6. Remove the bolts, then remove the EVAP canister assembly (E).
  7. Disconnect the drain tube (A), then remove the EVAP canister (B) from the EVAP canister bracket.
    Fig 3: Drain Tube, EVAP Canister And Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications
    G08092657Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Remove the FTP sensor (see FTP SENSOR REPLACEMENT  ).
  9. Remove the EVAP canister vent shut valve (see EVAP CANISTER VENT SHUT VALVE REPLACEMENT  ).
  10. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
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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.

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