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Combination Valve, Checking for Function and Leaks






Combination Valve, Checking for Function and Leaks

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Hand Vacuum Pump (VAS 6213)

Test Conditions

Vacuum lines and hose connections free of leaks.

Vacuum lines not plugged.

Test Sequence

- Remove rear engine cover - arrows -.






- Disconnect vacuum hose - arrow - at combination valve to be tested.






Left combination valve is shown in illustration.

- Connect (VAS 6213) to the vacuum hose of the combination valve to be checked.

- Loosen quick-release fasteners - 1 and 2 - and remove front noise insulation.






- Disconnect pressure hose - arrow - at Secondary Air Injection (AIR) pump motor (V101).






- Blow with light pressure into pipe (do not use pressurized air).

Both combination valves must be closed, it must not be possible to blow through hose.

- Operate the hand vacuum pump.

The relevant combination valve must open, it must be possible to blow through

If relevant combination valve does not open:

- Replace combi-valve. Refer to => [ Left Combination Valve for Secondary Air Injection (AIR) ] Left Combination Valve for Secondary Air Injection (AIR) and => [ Right Combination Valve for Secondary Air Injection (AIR) ] Right Combination Valve for Secondary Air Injection (AIR).