Kia Forte: Evaporative Emission Control System / Canister

Kia Forte 2019-2023 (BD) Service Manual / Emission Control System / Evaporative Emission Control System / Canister

Repair procedures

Removal and Installation

1.	Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.

2.	Remove the fuel tank air filter. (Refer to Evaporative Emission Control System - "Fuel Tank Air Filter")

3.	Disconnect the vapor hoses quick-connector (A).

Remove the protector installation bolt & nuts (A) and then remove the canister (B).

Tightening torque :

21.5 - 23.5 N·m (2.2 - 2.4 kgf·m, 15.9 - 17.3 lb·ft)

5.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

Inspection

Check for the following items visually.

–	Cracks or leakage of the canister

–	Loose connection, distortion, or damage of the vapor hose/tube

A: Canister ↔ Atmosphere

B: Canister ↔ Intake Manifold

C: Canister ↔ Fuel Pump

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