Mazda MX-5 Miata / Grand Touring. Manual - part 97

EVAPORATIVE CHAMBER INSPECTION [LF]

1. Remove the evaporative chamber.  

2. Blow from port A and verify that there is airflow from port B. 

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If not as specified, replace the evaporative chamber.  

Fig. 37: Inspecting Evaporative Chamber Ports 
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QUICK RELEASE CONNECTOR (EMISSION SYSTEM) 
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF] 

QUICK RELEASE CONNECTOR TYPE 

CAUTION:

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There are four types of quick release connectors. Verify the type and 
location, and install/remove properly.  

 

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Fig. 38: Identifying Locations Of Different Quick Release Connectors 
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TYPE A REMOVAL 

1. Rotate the release tab on the quick release connector to the stopper position. 

CAUTION:

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The quick release connector may be damaged if the release tab is 
bent excessively. Do not expand the release tab over the stopper.  

NOTE:

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The evaporative hose can be removed by pushing it to the joint port side 
to release the lock.  

NOTE:

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The retainer is attached to the pipe even after the connector is 
disconnected.  

 

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Fig. 39: Rotating Release Tab On Quick Release Connector To Stopper Position 
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2. Pull out the evaporative hose straight from the joint port and disconnect it. 

Fig. 40: Disconnecting Evaporative Hose Straight From Joint Port 
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3. Cover the disconnected quick release connector and joint port with vinyl sheeting or a similar material to 

prevent it from scratches or dirt. 

 

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Fig. 41: Covering Disconnected Quick Release Connector 
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TYPE B REMOVAL 

1. Squeeze the release tab until the locks are released. 

2. Pull the quick release connector straight outward. 

NOTE:

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The retainer has two internal locking tabs which retain the joint port. 
Be sure that the squeezing place on the retainer is squeezed until it 
can be released from the joint port.  

NOTE:

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The retainer is attached to the pipe even after the connector is 
disconnected.  

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 ENGINE PERFORMANCE Emission System - MX-5 Miata