Purge Valve: Inspection

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INSPECT PURGE VSV

Measure the resistance of the VSV.

Standard resistance

STANDARD RESISTANCE

Tester Connection	Specified Condition
1 -2	26 to 30 Ω at 20°C (68°F)
1 - Body ground 2 - Body ground	10 MΩ or higher

If the result is not as specified, replace the VSV.

Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Of VSV

Check operation of the VSV.
1. Check that air does not flow from port E to port F.
  
  Fig 2: Checking That Air Does Not Flow From Port E To Port F
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2. Apply battery voltage across terminals 1 and 2.
3. Check that air flows from port E to port F.
  If the result is not as specified, replace the VSV.
  
  Fig 3: Checking That Air Flows From Port E To Port F
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