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/InstallationTheft Deterrent Horn Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Trunk end trim.
b. Rear scuff plate (RH).
c. Trunk side trim (RH).
d. Theft-deterrent horn.
3. Apply battery positive voltage to horn terminal A, and connect the horn retaining
bolt to ground as shown in the f ...
Differential Oil Temperature Sensor
Purpose, Function
The differential oil temperature sensor detects the rear differential oil
temperature based on the resistance of the thermistor, and inputs it to the
AWD CM.
Construction
The differential oil temperature sensor is installed in the rear differential
carr ...
Electric Power Steering (Eps) Control Module
Purpose/ Function
The EPS control module (CM) calculates the optimum assist current based on
the steering torque signal from the torque sensor installed to the steering
column and the vehicle speed signal sent via CAN transmission from the PCM.
The EPS CM controls the following ...