Canister Purge Solenoid: Testing and Inspection

PURGE SOLENOID VALVE INSPECTION [L3]

Airflow Inspection

1. Remove the battery cover. Removal and Replacement

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

3. Remove the purge solenoid valve without disconnecting the evaporative hose. Service and Repair

4. Verify that the airflow is as indicated in the table.






- If as specified in the table, perform the "Circuit Open/Short Inspection".
- If not as specified in the table, inspect the purge solenoid valve. Service and Repair





Circuit Open/Short Inspection

1. Disconnect the PCM connector. Service and Repair

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 ground
- Purge solenoid valve terminal A and power supply
- Purge solenoid valve terminal B and body ground