Canister Purge (CANP) Solenoid
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Mazda B4000, 1995 Mazda B3000, and 1995 Mazda B2300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect CANP solenoid harness connector. Set DVOM to 200-ohm scale. Measure resistance across CANP solenoid terminals. Resistance should be 40-90 ohms. If resistance is not as specified, replace CANP solenoid.
- Disconnect vacuum hose at CANP solenoid on manifold vacuum side. Apply 16 in. Hg to manifold vacuum side of solenoid. CANP solenoid should hold vacuum for 20 seconds. Apply battery voltage to CANP solenoid. Vacuum should flow through solenoid. If CANP solenoid does not test as described, replace solenoid.
- Faults in CANP solenoid or circuit should set a service code. See appropriate articles;