EVAP Canister Purge Valve

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EVAP canister purge valve is part of Enhanced EVAP system that is controlled by PCM. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 . This valve controls flow of vapors (purging) from EVAP canister to intake manifold during various engine operating modes. EVAP canister purge valve is a normally closed valve.

Fig 1: Identifying EVAP Canister Purge Valve (Escort, Focus, LS, Mustang, Sable, Taurus & Thunderbird)

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Fig 2: Identifying EVAP Canister Purge Valve (All Others)

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