Canister Purge Solenoid: Testing and Inspection

PURGE SOLENOID VALVE INSPECTIONS, L3]

Airflow Inspection




1. Remove the purge solenoid valve without disconnecting the evaporative hose.




2. Verify that the airflow is as indicated in the table.
- If as specified in the table, perform the "Circuit Open/Short Inspection".
- If not as specified in the table, inspect the purge solenoid valve.

Circuit Open/Short Inspection




1. Disconnect the PCM connector.
2. Inspect the following wiring harnesses for 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 PCM terminal 2C*1,2AN*2
- Purge solenoid valve terminal B and main relay terminal A

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

1. California emission regulation applicable model and except for California emission regulation applicable model with LF MTX, L3
2. Except for California emission regulation applicable model with LF ATX