Accord LX Sedan L4-2254cc 2.3L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (1998)
ORVR Vent Shut Valve: Testing and Inspection
Special Tools Required
Vacuum Pump/Gauge, 0 - 30 in.Hg A973X-041-XXXXX
Float Test
1. Make sure the fuel tank is less than half full.
2. Remove the fuel fill cap to relieve the fuel tank pressure, then reinstall the cap.
3. Remove the left rear inner fender. Disconnect the ORVR vapor recirculation tube (A), and connect a vacuum pump to the vapor recirculation tube
(A).
4. Plug tube (B).
5. Apply vacuum to the ORVR vapor recirculation tube (A).
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If the vacuum holds, replace the ORVR vent shut valve.
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If the vacuum does not hold, the float is OK.
Go to step 1 of the valve test.
Valve Test
1. Make sure the fuel tank is less than half full.
2. Remove the fuel fill cap.
3. Remove the left rear inner fender. Disconnect the ORVR signal tube (A).