Kia Optima: Evaporative Emission Control System / Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV)
Specifications
Item
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Specification
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Coil Resistance (Ω)
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22.0 - 26.0 [20°C (68°F)]
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Schematic diagrams

Harness Connector

Repair procedures
1. |
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
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2. |
Disconnect the PCSV connector.
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3. |
Measure resistance between the PCSV terminals 1 and 2.
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4. |
Check that the resistance is within the specification.
Specification : 22.0 - 26.0Ω [20°C (68°F)]
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1. |
Disconnect the negative battery (-) terminal.
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2. |
Remove the air cleaner.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Cleaner")
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3. |
Disconnect the purge control solenoid valve connector (A).
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4. |
Disconnect the vapor hoses (B) from the purge control solenoid valve.
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5. |
Remove the valve (C) from the surge tank after pulling it.

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1. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Install the component with the specified torques.
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Note that internal damage may occur when the component
is dropped. If the component has been dropped, inspect before
installing.
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Use care to keep foreign material out of the valve.
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Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative battery (-) terminal.
2.
Remove the [LH] rear wheel guard.
(Refer to Body - "Rear Whee ...
Description and operation
Description
Exhaust emissions (CO, HC, NOx) are controlled by a combination of engine modifications
and the addition of special control components.
Modifica ...
Other information:
Headlight (Headlamp) escort function
The headlights (and/or taillights) remain on for approximately 5 minutes after
the ignition key is removed or turned to the ACC or LOCK position. However, if the
driver’s door is opened and closed, the headlights are turned off after 15 seconds.
The headl ...
Schematic diagrams
Connector and Terminal Function
Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
2.
Remove the front door trim.
(Refer to Body - "Front Door Trim")
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