Isuzu Amigo / Axiom / Trooper / Rodeo / VehiCross. Manual - part 1526

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RODEO 6VD1 3.2L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS

Catalytic Converter

Removal and Installation Procedure

Refer to 

Engine Exhaust in Engine section.

Air Conditioning  Thermo Relay

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the fuse and relay box cover from under the

hood.

2. Consult the diagram on the cover to determine which

is the correct relay.

3. Insert a small screwdriver into the catch slot on the

forward side of the fuel pump relay.

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The screwdriver blade will release the catch inside.

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4. Pull the relay straight up and out of the fuse and relay

box.

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Installation Procedure

1. Insert the relay into the correct place in the fuse and

relay box with the catch slot facing forward.

2. Press down until the catch engages.

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An audible “click” will be heard.

3. Install the fuse and relay box cover.

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EVAP Canister Hoses

Service Information

To view the routing of the EVAP canister hoses, refer to
Vehicle Emission Control Information in Diagnosis.  Use
6148M or equivalent when you replace the EVAP canister
hoses.

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EVAP Canister

Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the two hoses from the EVAP canister.
3. Disconnect the fuel vapor connector and the purge

hose from the EVAP canister vent solenoid.

4. Remove the two retaining bolts the EVAP canister to

the mounting bracket on the cross member.

5. Remove the retaining bolt on the mounting bracket

the slide the canister out of mounting bracket.

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Inspection Procedure

1. Inspect the hoses for cracks and leaks.
2. Inspect the canister for a damaged case.

Installation Procedure

1. Slide the canister into mounting bracket and install

the mounting bracket bolt.

2. Install the retaining bolts the EVAP canister to the

mounting bracket on the cross member.

3. Connect the fuel vapor connector to the EVAP

canister vent solenoid.

4. Connect the two hoses to the EVAP canister.

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5. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

EVAP Canister Vent Solenoid

Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the connector and hose.

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3. Slide the out of EVAP canister vent solenoid from

mounting bracket.

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Inspection Procedure

1. Check for cracks or leaks.
2. Energize the solenoid and try to blow through it.  The

solenoid should not allow passage of air when
energized.  (J 35616 Connector Test Kit can be used
to easily attach jumper wires from the battery to the
solenoid).

Installation Procedure

1. Slide the into EVAP canister vent solenoid into the

mounting bracket.

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2. Connect the connector and hose.

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3. Connect the negative battery cable.

Fuel Tank Pressure 

(Vapor Pressure) Sensor

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the fuel pump assembly. Refer to 

Fuel Tank

In Fuel Pump.

2. Carefully pry the fuel tank pressure sensor out of the

top of the fuel pump assembly.

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Inspection Procedure

1. Inspect the vapor pressure sensor for cracks in the

housing and corrosion on the electrical terminals.

2. Inspect the rubber grommet for tears and signs of rot.

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Installation Procedure

1. Install the rubber grommet on the fuel pump

assembly.

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2. Install the fuel tank vapor pressure sensor on the fuel

pump assembly.

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Insert the sensor nipple firmly into the grommet.

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Keep twisting and pushing the sensor until the wide
portion of the nipple shows on the other side of the
grommet.

3. Install the fuel pump assembly on the fuel tank.  Refer

to 

Fuel Tank In Fuel Pump..

EVAP Canister Purge Solenoid

(Purge Duty Solenoid Valve)

Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the EVAP

canister purge solenoid.

3. Disconnect the vacuum hoses from the EVAP

canister purge solenoid.

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4. Remove the EVAP canister purge solenoid retaining

bolt from the common chamber.

5. Remove the EVAP canister purge solenoid.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the EVAP canister purge solenoid on the upper

intake manifold.

2. Install the EVAP canister purge solenoid retaining

bolt.

Tighten

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Tighten the bolts to 20 N·m (16 lb ft.).

3. Connect the vacuum hoses to the EVAP canister

purge solenoid.

4. Connect the electrical connector to the EVAP canister

purge solenoid.

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