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Evaporative System Service Port: Testing and Inspection

EVAP CANISTER PURGE PORT VACUUM CHECK

Checking Condition

Engine coolant temperature: 80 - 95°C (176 - 205°F)




1. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the throttle body EVAP canister purge hose fitting and connect a vacuum gauge.




2. Start the engine and check that, after raising the engine speed, vacuum remains fairly constant.

NOTE: If there is no vacuum, it is possible that the throttle body port may be clogged and require cleaning