EVAP Canister Purge Valve and Its Circuit Inspection

WARNING: Do not apply vacuum by mouth; otherwise harmful fuel vapor can be breathed in.

CAUTION: Do not apply vacuum more than -86 kPa (-12.47 psi); otherwise EVAP canister purge valve could be damaged.

Prepare to operate EVAP canister purge valve as follows.
1. When using SUZUKI scan tool:
  1. Connect SUZUKI scan tool to DLC (1) with ignition switch turned OFF and disconnect purge valve vacuum hoses from intake manifold and purge pipe.
  2. Turn ON ignition switch, clear DTC and select "Active Test" mode on SUZUKI scan tool.
    Special Tool
    
    (A): SUZUKI scan tool (SUZUKI-SDT)
    
    Fig 1: Connecting SUZUKI Scan Tool To DLC
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2. When not using SUZUKI scan tool:
  NOTE: Before performed this check, be sure to read the Precautions of ECM Circuit Inspection.
  1. Disconnect hoses from intake manifold and purge valve chamber.
  2. Connect special tool between ECM and ECM connector referring to INSPECTION OF ECM AND ITS CIRCUITS
  3. Turn ON ignition switch.
    Using service wire, ground "C01-13" terminal (1) circuit of special tool (valve ON: "B") and unground it (valve OFF: "A").
    
    Fig 2: Using Jumper Wire At ECM Connector
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Check purge valve (2) for operation and vacuum passage for clog when valve is switched ON and OFF by using SUZUKI scan tool or service wire.
If check result is not satisfactory, check hoses, EVAP canister purge valve, wire harness and connections.

EVAP canister purge valve specification

Valve OFF [A]: When vacuum (-53 kPa (-7.69 psi) to -67 kPa (-9.72 psi)) is applied to hose (1), vacuum is maintained .

Valve ON [B]: When vacuum is applied to hose (1), air goes into hose .

Special Tool

(A): 09917-47011

Fig 3: Applying Vacuum To Hose
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