GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the spare tire. Reference the owners manual for additional information if needed.
  2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

  3. Object Number: 1373546  Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) vapor pipe (1) from the EVAP canister.
  5. Disconnect the EVAP purge pipe (2) from the EVAP canister.
  6. Disconnect the EVAP vent pipe (3) from the EVAP canister.

  7. Object Number: 1373561  Size: SH
  8. Remove the bolts (1) from the EVAP mounting bracket (2).
  9. Remove the EVAP canister and bracket assembly from the vehicle.

  10. Object Number: 1373564  Size: SH
  11. Remove the bolt (1) attaching the EVAP canister (3) to the mounting bracket (2).
  12. Remove the EVAP canister (3) from the mounting bracket (2).

  13. Object Number: 1373565  Size: SH
  14. Remove the EVAP retaining bracket (2) from the EVAP canister (3) by releasing the retaining bracket clip (1) from the EVAP canister (3).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1373565  Size: SH
  1. Install the EVAP retaining bracket (2) to the EVAP canister (3) ensuring the retaining bracket clip (1) is fully engaged.

  2. Object Number: 1373564  Size: SH
  3. Install the EVAP canister (3) to the mounting bracket (2).
  4. 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.

  5. Install the bolt (1) attaching the EVAP canister (3) to the mounting bracket (2).
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1373561  Size: SH
  7. Install the EVAP canister and bracket assembly to the vehicle.
  8. Install the bolts (1) to the EVAP mounting bracket (2).
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1373546  Size: SH
  10. Connect the EVAP vapor pipe (1) to the EVAP canister.
  11. Connect the EVAP purge pipe (2) to the EVAP canister.
  12. Connect the EVAP vent pipe (3) to the EVAP canister.
  13. Lower the vehicle.
  14. Install the spare tire. Reference the owners manual for additional information if needed.