Laser FWD L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC Turbo (1993)
Canister Purge Solenoid: Component Tests and General Diagnostics
Purge Control Solenoid Valve Inspection (Leaks)
1. Mark and then disconnect the vacuum hoses (black, red striped) from the solenoid valve.
2. Disconnect the harness connector from the solenoid valve.
3. Connect a hand vacuum pump to the nipple the red striped hose was removed from.
Purge Control Solenoid Valve Inspection (Operation) For Turbo
4. Apply vacuum to the solenoid valve and verify that when power is applied vacuum holds and when power is removed vacuum leaks.
Purge Control Solenoid Valve Inspection (Coil Resistance)
5. Using an ohm meter measure the solenoid coil resistance.
Resistance Value
36 - 44 ohms @ 68° F (20° C).
