Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Charcoal Canister
Purpose, Function
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Absorbs evaporative gas flowing from the fuel tank to prevent release of the gas into the atmosphere.
Construction
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The charcoal canister is installed near the fuel tank.
U.S.A. and CANADA
Except U.S.A. and CANADA
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The charcoal canister has activated charcoal to absorb evaporative gas.
Operation
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When the purge solenoid valve is open, evaporative gas, which is absorbed by the activated charcoal, is released by the intake manifold vacuum and the gas flows to the intake manifold.
U.S.A. and CANADA
Except U.S.A. and CANADA
Charcoal Canister Removal/Installation
U.S.A. And CANADA
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the floor under cover..
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
1
Quick release connect ...
Check Valve Inspection
Except U.S.A. And CANADA
1. Remove the check valve..
2. Verify that there is no airflow when positive pressure is applied to port
A.
If there is airflow, replace the check valve..
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Other materials:
Catalytic Converter
Purpose, Function
Purifies contaminants in the exhaust gas by utilizing the chemical reactions
of the three-way catalytic converter.
A WU-TWC and a TWC have been adopted.
WU-TWC
The three-way catalyst is integrated with the exhaust manifold.
Because the c ...
Windshield Wipers and Washer
The ignition must be switched ON.
WARNING
Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir:
Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield,
it will dirty the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident.
Only use wind ...
Filament Inspection
1. Switch the ignition ON (engine off).
2. Turn the rear window defroster switch on.
CAUTION:
Directly touching the rear window defroster filament with the lead of the
tester could damage it. Wrap aluminum foil around the end of the lead and inspect
the filament by touching it ...