Eclipse L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC (1991)
Canister Purge Solenoid: Testing and Inspection
Purge Control Solenoid Circuit
To test the Purge Control Solenoid Valve, located on the engine compartment firewall, proceed as follows.
COMPONENT TEST
1.
Mark and then disconnect the vacuum hoses (black, red striped) from the solenoid valve.
2.
Disconnect the harness connector from the solenoid valve.
Purge Control Solenoid Valve Inspection (Leaks)
3.
Connect a hand vacuum pump to the nipple the red striped hose was removed from.
Fig. 1 Purge Control Solenoid Valve Inspection (Operation)