Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Purge Solenoid Valve Inspection
Airflow Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the purge solenoid valve..
3. Inspect airflow between the ports under the following conditions.
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Measured condition |
Continuity between ports A—B |
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When voltage is not applied between terminals A and B |
No airflow |
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When voltage is applied between terminals A and B |
Airflow detected |
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If not as specified, replace the purge solenoid valve..
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve
Purpose, Function
Prevents release of blow-by gas (unburnt gas) into the atmosphere.
The PCV valve is open/closed by the intake manifold vacuum.
Construction
The PCV valve ...
Purge Solenoid Valve Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the plug hole plate..
3. Remove the air cleaner and air hose as a single unit..
4. Disconnect the high pressure fuel pump connector.
5. Dis ...
Other materials:
Throttle Body
Purpose, Function
Opens/closes the throttle valve to adjust the amount of air supplied to the
cylinder.
Opens/closes the throttle valve according to the control signal from the
PCM.
Construction
The throttle body is installed to the intake manifold.
Th ...
Turning the Engine Off
WARNING
Do not stop the engine while the vehicle is moving:
Stopping the engine while the vehicle is moving for any reason other than in
an emergency is dangerous.
Stopping the engine while the vehicle is moving will result in reduced braking
ability due to the loss of power braking, which co ...
Cowl Panel Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Windshield wiper arm and blade.
b. Cowl grille.
c. Windshield wiper motor.
d. Keyless beeper.
3. Remove clips A.
4. Remove bolts B.
5. Remove the cowl panel in the direction of the arrow shown in the fig ...
