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Hey guys,
ive recently bought a 1995 f150. The supercab with a 5.8l (auto/2wd)
I’ve just been going over the vehicle, replacing anything that is in poor condition. I came across this canister beside the battery. It seems to have two vacuum lines going to it that the previous owner disconnected and just left there. One of the lines I believe is going to the throttle body and the other is going to the rear of the vehicle... could anyone tell me what this could be?
Tried to do a little research but couldn’t find what I was looking for. My first go at a “newer” ford, and it has a bit more under the hood then the ol’ 1967 with the inline 6!
Charcoal Canister - E2ZZ-9D653-A (most likely, there are a couple of versions)
Stores fuel vapors which are fed to the throttle body under certain conditions. The system helps your gas mileage and is worth keeping around.
Your fuel tanks include vents which are attached to the the canister via hoses, and then there is a hose going from the canister to a purge valve (on most trucks), and hose from the valve to the throttle body.
The only thing that normally needs attention are the hoses which deteriorate and allow the vapors to escape. The canister will last forever unless the casing is damaged or the contents have been contaminated some how. Sometimes the vent seals need replacing.
If you decide to replace the hoses, be warned that the ports on the canister and purge valve are typically very brittle and tend to break. To get to the lines on the tank vents you will have to pull the bed or drop the tank most of the time.
Charcoal Canister - E2ZZ-9D653-A (most likely, there are a couple of versions)
Stores fuel vapors which are fed to the throttle body under certain conditions. The system helps your gas mileage and is worth keeping around.
Your fuel tanks include vents which are attached to the the canister via hoses, and then there is a hose going from the canister to a purge valve (on most trucks), and hose from the valve to the throttle body.
The only thing that normally needs attention are the hoses which deteriorate and allow the vapors to escape. The canister will last forever unless the casing is damaged or the contents have been contaminated some how. Sometimes the vent seals need replacing.
If you decide to replace the hoses, be warned that the ports on the canister and purge valve are typically very brittle and tend to break. To get to the lines on the tank vents you will have to pull the bed or drop the tank most of the time.
Any clue as to why the P/O would have disconnected the lines?
I have the rear tank dropped as we speak to replace the fuel pump so probably not a bad time to check it out. I’m assuming the front tank has to be dropped to? (Have dual tanks)
I’ve not seen a vacuum routing sticker anywhere... is it meant to be under the hood?
Usually. Sometimes on the Air Box.
The other thing you could look for is a Calibration Code maybe in you drivers door jam/Pillar.
Something like; 5-76A-R00
I too can't find a vacuum sticker, my '95 F150 302 has five stickers along the upper radiator support and NONE of them are the vacuum diagram... I searched online for an image but maybe used the wrong terms, didn't come up with anything. This one is from a 1995 Bronco with 5.8l and E4OD I believe I found it at gofastbroncos online.
If you are going to replace the hoses I recommend Gates EEC/PCV Fuel Vapor Hose for these and any under hood vacuum lines your replace. Just don't use it for anything with high pressure like EFI fuel hose.
Yes, if you wanted to replace all the hose in the system you would have to drop both tanks. If I was dropping a tank, I would replace the hose while had it down, but I don't know that I would drop a tank just to replace the hose. If the vents or the seals appear to be damaged replacements can be had.
Your truck left the factory with an under hood "Emissions Control" sticker that would include a vacuum system diagram among other things. I have seen them on the radiator core support and on the hood.
I too can't find a vacuum sticker, my '95 F150 302 has five stickers along the upper radiator support and NONE of them are the vacuum diagram... I searched online for an image but maybe used the wrong terms, didn't come up with anything. This one is from a 1995 Bronco with 5.8l and E4OD I believe I found it at gofastbroncos online.
Look on the UNDER SIDE of the actual hood. When people say under the hood it is confusing,mine is plastered on the actual under side of the hood
If you are going to replace the hoses I recommend Gates EEC/PCV Fuel Vapor Hose for these and any under hood vacuum lines your replace. Just don't use it for anything with high pressure like EFI fuel hose.
Yes, if you wanted to replace all the hose in the system you would have to drop both tanks. If I was dropping a tank, I would replace the hose while had it down, but I don't know that I would drop a tank just to replace the hose. If the vents or the seals appear to be damaged replacements can be had.
Your truck left the factory with an under hood "Emissions Control" sticker that would include a vacuum system diagram among other things. I have seen them on the radiator core support and on the hood.
I will inspect today.. hoping they are good shape. I bought the truck with only 70,000 miles, but as I’ve discovered a few times on this truck, the parts are still 24 years old and these cold Canadian winters do not help!
If I find a diagram this evening I’ll be sure to share for those who may need it.
While you are under the hood, check your Throttle Body for vacuum ports. You may have 2 on one side and 1 on the other side. These are the connections to the Canister you are asking about. You should cap them until you get to your canister rework. There may be some lines attached to the TB ports, follow them to see where they lead. Usually the 2 ports on one side "Y" together on their way to the canister. The other port goes to the CANP valve.
Yours may look something like this one;
Last edited by vjsimone; Feb 22, 2019 at 03:45 PM.
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