What are the symptoms of a faulty EVAP canister purge solenoid valve?

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VioletDella
07/28/25 2:52pm
If the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve is faulty, the vehicle may experience increased fuel consumption and abnormal air-fuel mixture concentration. Here is relevant information about the EVAP canister: 1. The EVAP canister is used to absorb gasoline vapors generated in the fuel tank. This prevents excessive pressure buildup in the fuel tank and avoids gasoline wastage. 2. After starting the engine, the vapors in the EVAP canister can enter the engine's intake manifold, allowing these vapors to participate in combustion in the combustion chamber. 3. If the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve is faulty, it can cause abnormal air-fuel mixture concentration in the engine, which will affect the vehicle's engine power. A faulty EVAP canister purge solenoid valve should be repaired immediately.
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