Canister Purge Solenoid: Testing and Inspection

PURGE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE (PCSV)

INSPECTION

NOTE: When disconnecting the vacuum hose, make an identification mark on it so that it can be reconnected to its original position.

1. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the solenoid valve.
2. Detach the harness connector.
3. Connect a vacuum pump to the nipple to which the red-striped vacuum hose was connected.

Battery voltage Normal condition
When applied Vacuum is released
When discontinued Vacuum is maintained

4. Apply vacuum and check when voltage is applied to the PCSV and when the voltage is discontinued.
5. Measure the resistance between the terminals of the solenoid valve.

PCSV coil resistance (ohm) : 16.0 ohm at 20 °C (68 °F)