Install New Vapor Canister

**FloridaRT** · 11-05-2009, 01:35 PM

Just finished the install of my new Vapor Canister that collects the gas fumes. Mine must have become plugged as it would cause my engine to die, it happened 4 times in 4 miles. If it happens to you, just remove the gas cap and you can continue to drive. DON'T OVERFILL YOUR GAS TANK!

I didn't, but some how my vapor canister went bad. New one cost me $100.

I took some photos.

Here is what the canister looks like, it was bigger than I expected:

Here is where it is mounted, behind the passenger side rear tire:

Here we are disconnecting the bracket and hoses:

This is the inner splash shield:

Here is the old canister, it was about 50% heavier than the new one - from the gas ( I guess):

Here is the new canister all mounted:

It all went well, as for the instructions - no need to disconnect the battery or the electrical connector. We just removed the hoses and replaced the canister.

Once again I have to thank my son Mike, he did 95% of the work.
Dear old dad just watched and fetched tools as needed............. LOL

Bob

**Bryali** · 11-05-2009, 01:57 PM

Awesome! I might do this soon just as preventive maintenance. I've heard the early build '05 models had the worst problem with these canisters clogging so I might just replace it before it becomes a problem. Looks pretty easy.

**willtransco** · 11-05-2009, 01:59 PM

Good Post...Informative Thanks!

**sergeo'shemi** · 11-05-2009, 02:04 PM

is this on passenger side rear?

**1fastsedan** · 11-05-2009, 02:18 PM

Originally Posted by sergeo'shemi

is this on passenger side rear?

Yep, that's where it is. I have to do mine soon too.

**sergeo'shemi** · 11-05-2009, 04:54 PM

what is the part number?

**FloridaRT** · 11-05-2009, 07:28 PM

Originally Posted by sergeo'shemi

what is the part number?

The part #4891645AA, dealer charged me $101.94 - others have gotten it cheaper.

Tried to find it online or on Ebay, no luck.

Bob

**Mr. iNCREDIBLE** · 11-05-2009, 07:33 PM

good deal bob..

you still need the other part number?

here, sorry I had forgot about it:

purge valve 4591733AA (under hood passenger side on firewall, it is the little round thing the vacuum lines from the intake manifold connect too)

**sound&security** · 11-05-2009, 07:57 PM

What did you do about the rivits for the inner fender well?

**1fastsedan** · 11-05-2009, 08:31 PM

Cut them with some side cutters, and then used christmas tree pins from the parts store to put it back on, that way they're removable next time.

**cleary524** · 11-05-2009, 10:12 PM

I wonder if www.moparpartsamerica.com would have it cheaper?

**cleary524** · 11-05-2009, 10:15 PM

http://www.moparpartsamerica.com/par...layCatalogid=0 Check it out...it's a little cheaper here.

Nice write up too! I'll keep this in mind if I start experiencing this. Beanies to you!!!

**Magnum P.I** · 11-05-2009, 10:27 PM

Good info Bob, now what is inside the canister is it paper filter or what. As it obviously absorbs the gas which is what causes the clogging and eventual running issues.

**FloridaRT** · 11-06-2009, 09:55 AM

Originally Posted by Magnum P.I

Good info Bob, now what is inside the canister is it paper filter or what. As it obviously absorbs the gas which is what causes the clogging and eventual running issues.

I think it is charcoal............... not sure, may cut it open.

Bob