Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Purge Solenoid Valve
Purpose, Function
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Introduces evaporative gas absorbed by the charcoal canister to the intake manifold.
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The purge solenoid valve opens according to the control signal from the PCM.
Construction
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The purge solenoid valve is installed in the engine compartment.
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The purge solenoid valve consists of a coil, spring, and plunger.
Operation
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According to the control signal from the PCM, the coil is energized and the plunger is operated to open/close the purge solenoid valve.
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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
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For evaporative purge control details, refer to CONTROL SYSTEM..
Fail-safe
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Function not equipped.
Purge Solenoid Valve Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the plug hole plate..
3. Remove the air cleaner and air hose as a single unit..
4. Disconnect the high pressure fuel pump connector.
5. Dis ...
Quick Release Connector (Emission System) Removal/Installation
Quick Release Connector Type and Position
CAUTION:
Verify the type and location, and install/remove properly.
U.S.A. and CANADA
Except U.S.A. and CANADA
Type A Removal
CAUTIO ...
Other materials:
Hydraulic Variable Valve Timing Actuator
Purpose, Function
The hydraulic variable valve timing actuator operates according to the hydraulic
pressure and changes the phases of the exhaust camshaft. As a result, the open/close
period of the exhaust valve is changed, optimized valve timing in accordance
with driving conditions ...
Tire Maintenance
Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally.
Here are some important maintenance points:
Tire Inflation Pressure
Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the spare) when the tires are cold.
Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride, top handling, an ...
Fuel Line Pressure Inspection
WARNING:
Fuel line spills and leakage from the pressurized fuel system are dangerous.
Fuel can ignite and cause serious injury or death and damage. To prevent this,
complete the following inspection with the engine stopped.
Fuel is very flammable liquid. If fuel spills or leaks ...
