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KD2 - Check Canister Purge Solenoid Electrical Operation



- Key "ON", engine "OFF".

- Disconnect Canister Purge (CANP) solenoid.

- Connect Digital Volt/Ohm Meter (DVOM) positive test lead to VPWR circuit and negative test lead to CANP circuit at the CANP solenoid vehicle harness connector.

- DVOM on 20 volt scale.

- While observing DVOM depress and release the throttle several times to cycle output.

- Does CANP circuit cycle 0.5 volt or greater?

Yes -- Remain in Output State test mode. Go to KD3. KD3 - Check Canister Purge Solenoid For Vacuum Leaks

No -- Remove jumper. Go to KD7. KD7 - Check VPWR Circuit Voltage