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P0447

DTC P0447 EVAP CANISTER VENT CONTROL VALVE

Component Description




The EVAP canister vent control valve (3) is located on the EVAP canister (2) and is used to seal the canister vent.

This solenoid valve responds to signals from the ECM. When the ECM sends an ON signal, the coil in the solenoid valve is energized. A plunger will then move to seal the canister vent. The ability to seal the vent is necessary for the on board diagnosis of other evaporative emission control system components.

This solenoid valve is used only for diagnosis, and usually remains opened.




When the vent is closed, under normal purge conditions, the evaporative emission control system is depressurized and allows EVAP control system diagnoses.
- This illustration is a view from under vehicle
- EVAP control system pressure sensor (1)

CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode






On Board Diagnosis Logic






DTC Confirmation Procedure

NOTE: If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.

TESTING CONDITION:
Before performing the following procedure, confirm battery voltage is more than 11 V at idle.

1. Start engine and wait at least 8 seconds.
2. Check 1st trip DTC.
3. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to "Diagnostic Procedure" below.

Wiring Diagram

EC-VENT/V-01:









Diagnostic Procedure

Step 1-3:




Step 3 (Continued)-9:






Component Inspection

EVAP CANISTER VENT CONTROL VALVE

With CONSULT-III
1. Remove EVAP canister vent control valve from EVAP canister.




2. Check portion B of EVAP canister vent control valve for being rusted.
If NG, replace EVAP canister vent control valve.
If OK, go to next step.

3. Reconnect harness connectors disconnected.
4. Turn ignition switch ON.
5. Perform "VENT CONTROL/V" in "ACTIVE TEST" mode.
6. Check air passage continuity and operation delay time.
Make sure new O-ring is installed properly.






If NG, replace EVAP canister vent control valve.
If OK, go to next step.

7. Clean the air passage (Portion A to B) of EVAP canister vent control valve using an air blower.
8. Perform step 6 again.

Without CONSULT-III
1. Remove EVAP canister vent control valve from EVAP canister.




2. Check portion B of EVAP canister vent control valve for being rusted.




3. Check air passage continuity and operation delay time under the following conditions.
Make sure new O-ring is installed properly.
Operation takes less than 1 second.
If NG, replace EVAP canister vent control valve.
If OK, go to next step.

4. Clean the air passage (Portion A to B) of EVAP canister vent control valve using an air blower.
5. Perform step 3 again.