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Purge Control System Check

  1. Connect the hand vacuum pump to the nipple A of the evaporative emission purge solenoid.
    G16311899Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  2. When the engine is cold or hot, apply a vacuum of 53 kPa (7.7 psi), and check the condition of the vacuum.

    When engine is cold [Engine coolant temperature: 40°C (68°F) or less] 

    Engine condition Normal condition
    Continuous idling mode Vacuum is maintained.

    When engine is hot [Engine coolant temperature: 80°C (176°F) or higher] 

    Engine condition Normal condition  
    Continuous idling mode (after 4 minutes have passed since the engine was started) Vacuum will leak.