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Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Chevy K Silverado - 4WD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 8.1L 🢒 Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Solenoid Valve Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 696195 Size: SH
  1. Remove the engine sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 8.1L.
  2. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve electrical connector (1).

    3. Object Number: 843915 Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the EVAP purge tube from the purge solenoid.

    4. Object Number: 695582 Size: SH
  4. In order to disconnect the EVAP purge tube connector (1), slide the retaining tab (2) to the release position and separate the connection.

    5. Object Number: 858210 Size: SH
  5. Remove the EVAP canister purge valve bolt.
  6. Remove the EVAP canister purge valve.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 858210 Size: SH
  1. Install the EVAP canister purge valve.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the EVAP canister purge valve bolt.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 843915 Size: SH
  3. Connect the EVAP purge tube to the purge solenoid.

    4. Object Number: 696195 Size: SH
  4. Connect the EVAP canister purge valve electrical connector (1).
  5. Install the engine sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 8.1L.