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Charcoal Canister

  1. Disconnect hoses from charcoal canister. Check for clogged filter and/or stuck check valve by applying low air pressure to port "A". See Fig 1. Ensure air flows freely from other ports on charcoal canister.
  2. Apply low air pressure to port "B". Ensure no air flows from any other ports on charcoal canister. Replace charcoal canister if defective.
  3. To clean charcoal canister filter, apply 43 psi (3 kg/cm2 ) air pressure to port "A" while holding port "B" closed. Ensure no activated carbon comes out of charcoal canister. DO NOT  attempt to wash out charcoal canister.
Fig 1: Identifying Charcoal Canister Ports (3.0L)
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