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Component Inspection

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■ Perform PCSV Actuation Test 

  1. Connect KDS/GDS to Data Link Connector (DLC).
  2. Ignition "ON" & ENG "OFF"
  3. Perform "Actuation Test"  for PCSV.
    Fig 1: Display - Canister Purge Valve Actuation Test Screen
    G11833810Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

■ Inspect PCSV 

  1. Ignition "OFF"
  2. Disconnect PCSV connector.
  3. Measure resistance between power and control terminal of the PCSV. (Component Side)

    Specification:  Approx. 2.0kΩ [20°C (68°F)]

    Fig 2: Display - PCSV Resistance Screen
    G11833811Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

■ Confirm Part Inspection 

  1. Does the PCSV operate properly? (Check variation)

    YES 

    NO 

    • Carefully re-do this troubleshooting guide steps.
    • If problem still occurs, replace PCSV and then go to "SYSTEM INSPECTION " procedure.