Catch Tank Inspection

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Remove the catch tank. (See PURGE SOLENOID VALVE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Plug the purge solenoid valve side into the catch tank. SKYACTIV-G 2.0

Fig 1: Locating Purge Solenoid Valve Side Into Catch Tank - Skyactiv-G 2.0
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig 2: Locating Purge Solenoid Valve Side Into Catch Tank - Skyactiv-G 2.5
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Inspect for air leakage when blowing air using your mouth into the charcoal canister side.
- If there is air leakage, replace the catch tank. (See PURGE SOLENOID VALVE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)