Canister Purge Solenoid: Testing and Inspection

PURGE SOLENOID VALVE INSPECTION[L3 WITH TC]

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 an open or short circuit (continuity check).

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

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