Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Solenoid Valve Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the air cleaner assembly from the studs and reposition to the side.
Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve electrical connector (1).
Disconnect the EVAP canister purge valve tube from the intake manifold. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
Disconnect the chassis EVAP vapor line from the EVAP canister purge valve. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
Remove the EVAP canister purge valve bracket bolt.
Remove the EVAP canister purge valve with bracket.
Remove the EVAP canister purge valve from the bracket.
Inspect for carbon release in the EVAP canister purge valve ports. If there is any loose carbon, replace the EVAP canister and any components necessary to remove the carbon particles.
Installation Procedure
Install the EVAP canister purge valve to the bracket.
Position the EVAP canister purge valve with bracket to the cylinder head.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Install the EVAP canister purge valve bracket bolt.
Tighten:
Tighten the bolt to 18 [n-m] (13 lb ft).
Connect the EVAP canister purge valve tube to the intake manifold. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
Connect the chassis EVAP vapor line to the EVAP canister purge valve. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
Connect the EVAP canister purge valve electrical connector (1).
Position the air cleaner assembly and install onto the studs.
SOURCE: HAVE A TROUBLESHOOTING MESSAGE PO446
DTC P0446 Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Vent System Performance
The vehicle control module (VCM) monitors the performance of the evaporative
emission (EVAP) system by applying a predetermined level of vacuum to the
EVAP system and monitors the vacuum decay rate. The VCM sets this diagnostic
trouble code (DTC) if the vacuum decay rate is more than a predetermined
value. The VCM monitors the amount of vacuum and the amount of pressure
in the EVAP system by monitoring the fuel tank pressure sensor. For
this DTC, the VCM turns ON both the EVAP purge valve and the EVAP vent
valve when the Conditions for Running the DTC are met. This applies
an engine vacuum to a closed EVAP system. The VCM turns OFF both the
EVAP purge valve and the EVAP vent valve when the system reaches a correct
amount of vacuum. The EVAP system should quickly RELEASE the vacuum
in the EVAP system with the EVAP purge valve OFF and the EVAP vent valve
OFF (open). This test indicates a blocked or restricted EVAP vent path
if the EVAP system fails to release the vacuum quickly enough.
SOURCE: 2004 300m where is the vapor canister purge
On the drivers side under the hood toward the back not to far from the the strut housing.If you have the new one try to match it up by the looks :)
SOURCE: where is the Vapor Canister
Attached in the firewall (center position)...
Looking like this...
I hope helps.
SOURCE: I have a P0456 code on my 2003 Ford Expedition.
The information you are asking for varies depending on how the vehicle is equipped ie. ENGINE SIZE, AUTOMATIC or MANUAL TRANSMISSION, 2-WHEEL DRIVE, 4-WHEEL DRIVE, ALL-WHEEL DRIVE, etc.
With that said, it also deserves mention that there is a Technical Service Bulletin published by Ford Motor Company that applies to the model year and model that you have listed that involves Diagnostic Test Code (DTC) P0456.
Please note that this bulletin emphasizes the requirement of special equipment to properly diagnose and repair the DTC's listed in the bulletin. Below is a brief (partial) description of the bulletin:
Article No.
03-20-3
10/13/03
DRIVEABILITY - MALFUNCTION INDICAOR LAMP
(MIL) ILLUMINATED WITH DTC'S P0442, P0455,
P0456,
P0457, P1442 OR CHECK FUEL CAP LAMP
ILLUMINATED WITH DTC P0457
FORD:
1997-2000
CONTOUR
1997-2002
ESCORT
1997-2003
CROWN VICTORIA, MUSTANG, TAURUS
1998-2003
ESCORT ZX2
2000-2003
FOCUS
2002-2003
THUNDERBIRD1997 F-250 HD
1997-1999 F-250
LD
1997-2003 E SERIES, EXPEDITION, EXPLORER, F-150, RANGER,
WINDSTAR
1999-2003 F SUPER DUTY
2000-2003 EXCURSION
2001-2003 ESCAPE,
EXPLORER SPORT TRAC, EXPLORER SPORT
LINCOLN:
1997-1998 MARK VIII
1997-2002 CONTINENTAL
1997-2003
TOWN CAR
2000-2003 LS
1998-2003 NAVIGATOR
2002-2003 BLACKWOOD
MERCURY:
1997-1999 TRACER
1997-2000 MYSTIQUE
1997-2003 GRAND
MARQUIS, SABLE
1999-2002 COUGAR
1997-2003 MOUNTAINEER
This article supersedes TSB 03-9-8 to update the vehicle lines and Service
Procedures.
ISSUE
Some vehicles may exhibit a Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(MIL) illuminated with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P0442, P0455, P0456,
P0457 or P1442 or a "Check Fuel Cap" Lamp illuminated with DTC P0457 for the
Evaporative Emission System. This may be caused by loose or leaking hoses, loose
or broken fuel cap, a leak at the top of the fuel filler pipe neck, etc.
ACTION
Use the Rotunda Leak Detector Smoke Machine (Part 218-00001) or
equivalent, to locate and repair leaks in the Evaporative Emission System.
P0440 Evaporative emission (EVAP) system - malfunction
Possible causes: Hose connection(s), intake leak, EVAP canister purge valve
P0441 Evaporative emission (EVAP) system - incorrect flow detected
Possible causes: Hose connection(s), intake leak, EVAP canister purge valve
P0442 Evaporative emission (EVAP) system - small leak detected
Possible causes: Hose connection(s), intake leak, EVAP canister, EVAP canister purge valve
P0443 Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve - circuit malfunction
Possible causes: Wiring, EVAP canister purge valve, ECM
P0444 Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve -open circuit
Possible causes: Wiring open circuit, EVAP canister purge valve, ECM
P0445 Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve -short circuit
Possible causes: Wiring short circuit, EVAP canister purge valve, ECM
P0450 Evaporative emission (EVAP) pressure sensor - circuit malfunction
Possible causes: Wiring, EVAP pressure sensor, ECM
P0455 Evaporative emission (EVAP) system - large leak detected
Possible causes: Hose connection(s), intake leak, EVAP canister, EVAP canister purge valve
P0456 Evaporative emission system - very small leak detected
Possible causes: Mechanical fault, hose connection(s), EVAP pressure "sensor
P0457 Evaporative emission system - leak detected (fuel cap loose/off)
Possible causes: Mechanical fault, hose connection(s), EVAP pressure sensor
P0458 Evaporative emission system, purge control valve -circuit low
Possible causes: Wiring short to earth, EVAP valve
P0459 Evaporative emission system, purge control valve -circuit high
Possible causes: Wiring short to positive, EVAP valve
Evaporative Emission Purge Solenoid
Description & Operation
The duty cycle EVAP canister purge solenoid (DCP) regulates the rate of vapor flow from the EVAP canister to the intake manifold. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) operates the solenoid.
During the cold start warm-up period and the hot start time delay, the PCM does not energize the solenoid. 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 cycles (energizes and de-energizes) the solenoid 5 or 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 that the solenoid is energized. The PCM adjusts solenoid pulse width based on engine operating condition.
Removal & Installation
The duty cycle evaporative (EVAP) canister purge solenoid is located in the engine compartment near the brake master cylinder.
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