During the cold start warm-up period and the hot
start time delay, the PCM does not energize the so-
lenoid. When de-energized, no vapors are purged.
The PCM de-energizes the solenoid during open loop
operation.
The engine enters closed loop operation after it
reaches a specified temperature and the time delay
ends. During closed loop operation, the PCM ener-
gizes and de-energizes the solenoid approximately 5
to 10 times per second, depending upon operating
conditions. The PCM varies the vapor flow rate by
changing solenoid pulse width. Pulse width is the
amount of time the solenoid energizes. The PCM ad-
justs solenoid pulse width based on engine air flow.
A rubber boot covers the duty cycle EVAP purge
solenoid. On 2.5L MPI flexible fuel AA-body vehicles,
the solenoid and bracket attach to the EVAP canister
mounting studs (Fig. 7). On vehicles with 3.0L en-
gines, the solenoid attaches to a bracket mounted to
the right engine mount (Fig. 8). The top of the sole-
noid has the word TOP on it. The solenoid will not
operate unless it is installed correctly.
PRESSURE-VACUUM FILLER CAP
CAUTION: Remove the fuel filler cap to relieve fuel
tank pressure. Remove the cap before disconnect-
ing fuel system components or servicing the fuel
tank.
A pressure-vacuum relief cap seals the fuel tank
(Fig. 9). Tightening the cap on the fuel filler tube
forms a seal between them. The relief valves in the
cap are a safety feature. They prevent possible exces-
sive pressure or vacuum in the tank. Excessive fuel
tank pressure could be caused by a malfunction in
the system or damage to the vent lines.
The seal between the cap and filler tube breaks
when the cap is removed. Removing the cap breaks
the seal and relieves fuel tank pressure.
If the filler cap needs replacement, only use a sim-
ilar unit.
Fig. 6 Canister Purge Solenoid—Except 3.0L and
2.5L MPI
Fig. 7 Duty Cycle EVAP Purge Solenoid—2.5L MPI
Flexible Fuel AA-Body
Fig. 8 Duty Cycle EVAP Purge Solenoid—3.0L
Engine
Fig. 9 Pressure Vacuum Filler Cap
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