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/InstallationRear Lateral Link Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the rear stabilizer control link lower side nut..
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
4. Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary..
1
Rear lateral link outer bolt
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Lighting Control
Headlights
• Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights,
other exterior lights and dashboard illumination on or off.
• A system malfunction or operation conditions
are indicated by a warning.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights 5.
NOTE
• If the light switch is left on, the
light ...
Liftgate Garnish Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Liftgate upper trim.
b. Liftgate side trim.
c. Liftgate recess.
d. Liftgate lower trim.
3. Disconnect the connectors.
4. Remove nuts A.
5. Detach clips B shown in the figure.
6. Remove the liftgate ...