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Evaporative Emission Vent Solenoid Control Circuit, i just need to know how to fix it .

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Adnan

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if the solenoid is gone you can't fix it. Buy a new one. you need to command it on and off with the car not running and a scan tool and listen for a tick on and a tick off. If you don't hear a tick sound, then you have a broken wire usually at the connector to the solenoid or the solenoid is gone. Usually it sets up a p0440 code if the solenoid is gone. It looks like you have a false code stored anyway. Had one the other day with that code and cleared it and no problems. Called our tac line and they said the same. No worries. The worse thing is you have an engine light on. Performance isn't hurt by that. It just reads tank pressures.

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Thank you canadian z28 for your help ....

But where can i find the solenoid and if you have some pics for it plz .... )

Thanks
Adnan

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Control Circuit




Circuit Description
An ignition voltage is supplied directly to the EVAP Vent valve relay coil. The PCM controls the solenoid by grounding the control circuit via an internal switch called a driver. The primary function of the driver is to supply the ground for the controlled component. Each driver has a fault line which the PCM monitors. The voltage of the control circuit should be low (near 0 volts) when the PCM commands a component ON. The voltage potential of the circuit should be high (near the battery voltage) when the PCM commands the control circuit to a component OFF. If the fault detection circuit senses a voltage other than what the PCM is expects, the fault line status changes causing the DTC to set.

Conditions for Running the DTC
The engine speed is greater than 600 RPM.
The ignition voltage is between 6.0 volts and 16.0 volts.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The PCM detects that the commanded state of the driver and the actual state of the control circuit do not match.
The conditions are present for a minimum of 10.0 seconds.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
The PCM illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on the second consecutive ignition cycle that the diagnostic runs and fails.
The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The first time the diagnostic fails, the PCM stores this information in the Failure Records. If the diagnostic reports a failure on the second consecutive ignition cycle, the PCM records the operating conditions at the time of the failure. The PCM writes the conditions to the Freeze Frame and updates the Failure Records.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
The PCM turns OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 3 consecutive ignition cycles that the diagnostic runs and does not fail.
A last test failed, or current DTC, clears when the diagnostic runs and does not fail.
A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other emission related diagnostic.
Use a scan tool in order to clear the MIL and the DTC.
Diagnostic Aids
Using Freeze Frame and/or Failure Records data may aid in locating an intermittent condition. If you cannot duplicate the DTC, the information included in the Freeze Frame and/or Failure Records data can aid in determining how many miles since the DTC set. The Fail Counter and Pass Counter can also aid determining how many ignition cycles the diagnostic reported a pass and/or a fail. Operate the vehicle within the same freeze frame conditions (RPM, load, vehicle speed, temperature etc.) that you observed. This will isolate when the DTC failed.

For an intermittent, refer to Symptoms .

Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

Listen for an audible click when the solenoid operates. Be sure that both the ON and the OFF states are commanded. Repeat the commands as necessary.

This test can detect a partially shorted coil which would cause excessive current flow. Leaving the circuit energized for 2 minutes allows the coil to warm up. When warm the coil may open (amps drop to 0), or short (goes above 0.75 amp).

If no trouble is found in the control circuit or the connection at the PCM, the PCM may be faulty, however, this is an extremely unlikely failure.

Step
Action
Value(s)
Yes
No

1
Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check ?
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Go to Step 2
Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

2
Idle the engine at the normal operating temperature.
Command the solenoid ON and OFF using the scan tool.
Does the solenoid turn ON and OFF when commanded?
--
Go to Step 3
Go to Step 5

3
Turn OFF the ignition.
Disconnect the PCM connector C1 located on the opposite side of the manufacturers logo. Refer to PCM Replacement/Programming .
Turn ON the ignition leaving the engine OFF.

Important
If the DMM goes to 0, replace the relay.


Measure the current from the solenoid control circuit in the PCM harness connector to ground for 2 minutes using the DMM J 39200 on the 40 amp scale.
Does the current draw measure less than the specified value shown?
0.75 A
Go to Diagnostic Aids
Go to Step 4

4
Turn OFF the ignition.
Disconnect the solenoid.
Measure the resistance from the solenoid control circuit in the PCM harness connector to ground using the DMM J 39200 .
Does the DMM display infinite resistance?
--
Go to Step 12
Go to Step 10

5
Turn OFF the ignition.
Disconnect the solenoid.
Connect the test lamp J 34142-B between the terminals in the solenoid harness connector.
Idle the engine at the normal operating temperature.
Command the solenoid ON and OFF using the scan tool.
Does the test lamp turn ON and OFF when commanded?
--
Go to Step 8
Go to Step 6

6
With the test lamp connected to ground, probe the ignition feed circuit in the solenoid harness connector. Refer to Probing Electrical Connectors in Wiring Systems.

Is the test lamp illuminated?
--
Go to Step 7
Go to Step 11

7
Turn OFF the ignition.
Reconnect the solenoid.
Disconnect the PCM connector C1 located on the opposite side of the manufacturer's logo. Refer to PCM Replacement/Programming .
Turn ON the ignition leaving the engine OFF.
With a fused jumper wire connected to ground, momentarily probe the solenoid control circuit in the PCM harness connector.
Does the solenoid turn ON when the circuit is grounded and OFF when the circuit is opened?
--
Go to Step 9
Go to Step 10

8
Inspect for poor connections at the solenoid. Refer to Intermittents and Poor Connections Diagnosis in Wiring Systems.
If you find a poor connection, repair as necessary. Refer to Repairing Connector Terminals in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
--
Go to Step 14
Go to Step 12

9
Inspect for poor connections at the PCM. Refer to Intermittents and Poor Connections Diagnosis in Wiring Systems.
If you find a poor connection, repair as necessary. Refer to Repairing Connector Terminals in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
--
Go to Step 14
Go to Step 13

10
Repair the faulty solenoid control circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the action complete?
--
Go to Step 14
--

11
Repair the faulty solenoid ignition feed circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the action complete?
--
Go to Step 14
--

12
Replace the solenoid. Refer to Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Vent Valve Replacement .

Is the action complete?
--
Go to Step 14
--

13

Important:
Program the replacement PCM. Refer to PCM Replacement/Programming .


Replace the PCM.

Is the action complete?
--
Go to Step 14
--

14
Select the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) option and the Clear DTC Information option using the scan tool.
Idle the engine at the normal operating temperature.
Select the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) option and the Specific DTC option, then enter the DTC number using the scan tool.
Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text, if applicable.
Does the scan tool indicate that this test ran and passed?
--
Go to Step 15
Go to Step 2

15
Select the Capture Info option and the Review Info option using the scan tool.

Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed?
--
Go to the applicable DTC table
System OK



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Document ID# 241382
1998 Chevrolet/Geo Camaro

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Connector Part Information
1205-2643
2 Way F Metri-Pack 150 Series Sealed (RED)

Pin
Wire Color
Circuit No.
Function

A
PNK
239
Ignition Feed

B
WHT
1310
EVAP Canister Vent Valve Control

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve



Connector Part Information
1218-6056
5 Way F Metri-Pack 150.2 Series Pull to Seat (BLK)

Pin
Wire Color
Circuit No.
Function

A
GRY
435
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Ground

B
BLK
552
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Sensor Ground

C
BRN
1456
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Pintle Position

D
GRY
705
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) 5V Reference

E
LT BLU
697
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Control

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located at left rear quarter panel. Hope this helps?

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Thank you