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Vacuum Reservoir: Testing and Inspection

VACUUM TANK CHECK <3.0L ENGINE - with VARIABLE INDUCTION CONTROL system>




1. Disconnect the vacuum hoses from the vacuum tank.

NOTE: When disconnecting the vacuum hose, always make sure that it can be reconnected at its original position.

2. Connect a hand vacuum pump to nipple "A" of the vacuum tank, apply a vacuum of 67 kPa (19.7 in. Hg), and verify that the vacuum is maintained.
3. Disconnect the hand vacuum pump from nipple "A" and connect it to nipple "B".
4. Block nipple "A" with your finger and apply a vacuum of 67 kPa (19.7 in. Hg) to nipple "B". Release your finger from nipple "A" and verify that the vacuum leaks immediately.
5. Replace the vacuum tank if it is faulty.