What component connects the EVAP system to the vehicle's fuel system?

The component that connects the EVAP system to the vehicle's fuel system is the charcoal filter. The EVAP (Evaporative Emission Control) system is designed to prevent the release of fuel vapors into the atmosphere. The charcoal filter, also known as a charcoal canister, plays a critical role in this system by capturing and storing fuel vapors from the fuel tank.

When the vehicle is operating, the stored vapors are drawn into the engine to be burned during the combustion process, thus reducing emissions. This connection is essential for the efficiency of the fuel system and helps to prevent environmental pollution. The charcoal filter ensures that these vapors are properly handled and utilized, which is key to maintaining the overall emissions performance of the vehicle.

In the context of the other options, while the fuel pump is essential for moving fuel from the tank to the engine, it does not directly connect the EVAP system to the fuel system. The throttle body controls the air and fuel mixture entering the engine but does not interact with the EVAP system. The oxygen sensor measures the amount of oxygen in the exhaust gases to help optimize fuel injection and emissions control but is not involved in connecting the EVAP system to the fuel system. Therefore, the charcoal filter is the