Without CONSULT-II

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Remove EVAP canister vent control valve from EVAP canister.
Check portion B of EVAP canister vent control valve for being rusted.

Fig 1: EVAP Canister Vent Control Valve
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Check air passage continuity and operation delay time under the following conditions.
Make sure new O-ring is installed properly.

Fig 2: Test Parameters
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Operation takes less than 1 second.

If NG, replace EVAP canister vent control valve.

If OK, go to next step.
Clean the air passage (Portion A to B ) of EVAP canister vent control valve using an air blower.
Perform step 3 again.

Fig 3: Testing EVAP Canister Vent Control Valve

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