The screws that hold it to the canister get rusted and very hard to remove.
If the shop only wants to charge you $40, go for it.



"Eddy" <superjunkyard@yahoo.com> wrote in message
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> Hi,
>
> Recently my 1999 Accord LX's engine light came on. The engine light
> code turned out to be P1457. Researching the net showed that it is a
> common issue and is ultimately due to the Canister Vent Shut valve
> becoming faulty. The local garage quoted me $40 labor to replace this
> valve. Since it sounds pretty cheap for the labor, I am suspecting
> that it is something relatively easy and possibly can be replaced
> myself. Does any of you have any experience replacing this valve? Is
> it hard to replace? Any specials tips that I should be aware of? I
> am not a super handy person, but I usually do most of the regular
> maintenance myself.
>
> Thanks for any comments.
>
> Eddy
>