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/InstallationReduction Gear
Purpose/ Function
The reduction gear transmits the rotation input from the EPS motor, decreasing
the rotation speed and increasing the torque simultaneously.
Construction
The reduction gear consists of the worm wheel located on the steering column
main shaft and the worm sh ...
R 3 5 Brake [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The R-3-5 brake operates in 3GR, 5GR and in reverse to lock the reduction
internal gear against rotation.
Construction
The R-3-5 brake consists of the following parts shown in the figure.
The driven plate of the R-3-5 brake does not rotate be ...
Decoration Panel Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
Affix protective tape to the position shown in the figure.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Open the glove compartment.
3. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver in the position indicated by the
arrow (1) in the figure and detach clip A.
4. ...