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. Removal and Replacement

2. Remove the purge solenoid valve. Service and Repair

3. Inspect airflow between the ports under the following conditions.

- If not as specified, replace the purge solenoid valve. Service and Repair
- If as specified, carry out the "Circuit Open/Short Inspection".











Circuit Open/Short Inspection

1. Disconnect the PCM connector. Service and Repair

2. Inspect the following wiring harnesses for an 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 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