Purpose, Function
Introduces evaporative gas absorbed by the charcoal canister to the intake manifold.
The purge solenoid valve opens according to the control signal from the PCM.
Construction
The purge solenoid valve is installed in the engine compartment.

The purge solenoid valve consists of a coil, spring, and plunger.

Operation
According to the control signal from the PCM, the coil is energized and the plunger is operated to open/close the purge solenoid valve.

When the purge solenoid valve is open, evaporative gas flows from the charcoal canister to the intake manifold side.
Purge solenoid valve open/closed view

For evaporative purge control details, refer to CONTROL SYSTEM..
Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
Purge Solenoid Valve Removal/Installation
Quick Release Connector (Emission System) Removal/InstallationM Position Switch [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The M position switch detects that the selector lever is in the M position.
The M position switch signal is sent to the TCM via CAN, and is used for
manual shift control and engine-transaxle integration control.
Construction
The M position switch is in ...
Side Air Bag Sensor [Standard Deployment Control System]
Purpose
The side air bag sensor detects an impact during a lateral collision.
Function
The side air bag sensor converts the detected impact to an electrical signal.
Construction
The side air bag sensor is built into the crash sensor.
Two side air bag sensors ...
Plug Hole Plate Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
If the rubber on only one side of the plug hole plate front is lifted up,
it could damage the adapter at the location shown in the figure. When removing
the plug hole plate, lift up the rubbers at the same time.
Removal
1. Pull up the front part of the plug hole p ...