IMT Vacuum Solenoid Valve

With ignition switch OFF, disconnect connector from IMT vacuum solenoid valve.
Check resistance of IMT vacuum solenoid valve.
If resistance is as specified, proceed to next operation check. If not, replace IMT vacuum solenoid valve.

Resistance of IMT vacuum solenoid valve

Between two terminals: 33 - 39 Ω at 20°C (68°F)

Fig 1: Checking Resistance Of IMT Vacuum Solenoid Valve
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Disconnect vacuum hoses (1 and 2) from IMT valve and vacuum tank.
With connector disconnected, apply vacuum (-53 kPa (-7.69 psi) to -67 kPa (-9.72 psi)) to hose (2). Vacuum is maintained.

Fig 2: Identifying Vacuum Hoses
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With connector disconnected, apply vacuum to hose (1). Air goes into nozzle (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Hose And Nozzle
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Connect 12 V-battery to IMT vacuum solenoid valve terminals. In this state, apply vacuum to hose (2). Air goes into hose (1).
If check result is not as described, replace IMT vacuum solenoid valve.

Fig 4: Identifying Battery, Hose And Nozzle
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Connect vacuum hoses to IMT valve and IMT vacuum tank.
Connect IMT vacuum solenoid valve connector securely.