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Canister Purge Solenoid: Testing and Inspection

PURGE SOLENOID VALVE INSPECTION

Airflow Inspection

NOTE: Perform the following test only when directed.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the purge solenoid valve.

3. Inspect airflow between the ports under the following conditions.
- If not as specified, replace the purge solenoid valve.
- If as specified, carry out the "Circuit Open/Short Inspection".




Circuit Open/Short Inspection

1. Disconnect the PCM connector.
2. Inspect the following wiring harnesses for open or short circuit (continuity check).





Open circuit

- If there is no continuity, there is an open circuit. Repair or replace the wiring harness.
- Purge solenoid valve terminal A and PCM terminal 2C
- Purge solenoid valve terminal B and main relay terminal C

Short circuit.

- If there is continuity, there is a short circuit. Repair or replace the wiring harness.
- Purge solenoid valve terminal A and body GND
- Purge solenoid valve terminal B and power supply