Purge Valve: Inspection

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INSPECT PURGE VSV

Measure the resistance of the purge VSV.

Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Of Purge VSV

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Standard resistance

PURGE VSV

Tester Connection	Condition	Specified Condition
1 - 2	20°C (68°F)	23 to 26 Ω
1 - Body ground 2 - Body ground	-	10 MΩ or higher

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

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