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Canister Purge Solenoid Valve (Sidekick)

  1. With ignition off, disconnect connector from solenoid valve and check resistance between both terminals. If resistance is not 28-36 ohms at 68°F (20°C), replace canister purge solenoid valve.
  2. Disconnect vacuum hose from intake manifold and canister. With connector disconnected, air blown into one hose should not exit other hose.
  3. With 12 volts and ground connected to solenoid valve terminals, air blown into one hose should come out of other hose. If air does not exit as specified, replace canister purge solenoid valve.
  4. To check charcoal canister, blow air into tank pipe at top of canister. Air should flow freely from both purge pipe (next to tank pipe) and air pipe (at bottom of canister). When air is blown into purge pipe, air should not pass through either tank pipe or air pipe. Replace charcoal canister if operation is not as specified.
WARNING: DO NOT  inhale air from solenoid valve or canister. Fuel vapors may be harmful.
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