Purge Solenoid
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- Remove the air intake hose (2.4L). Remove the engine cover (Diamante).
- Disconnect the vacuum hose (Black, Black with Red paint mark) from the EVAP purge solenoid.NOTE: When disconnecting the vacuum hose, always place an identification mark so that it can be reconnected at its original position.
- Disconnect the harness connector.
- Connect a hand vacuum pump to nipple "A" (Montero and Montero Sport: nipple "B") of the EVAP purge solenoid.
- Be sure the vacuum is airtight by applying a vacuum with voltage applied directly from the battery to the EVAP purge solenoid valve. When voltage is applied, the vacuum should leak. When voltage is not applied, the vacuum should be maintained.
- Measure the resistance between the terminals of the EVAP purge solenoid. See PURGE SOLENOID RESISTANCE VALUES table.
- Replace the solenoid if resistance is out of specification.
PURGE SOLENOID RESISTANCE VALUES
| Application | Resistance (Ohms) @ 68°F (20°C) |
|---|---|
| Diamante | 36-44 |
| Eclipse, Eclipse Spyder, Galant, Lancer, Lancer Evolution VIII, Montero & Montero Sport | 30-34 |
| Outlander | 22-26 |