Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Canister Vent Solenoid Closing Procedure
Special Tool(s)
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Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) 418-F224, New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester 418-F052, or equivalent scan tool |
CAUTION: The canister vent solenoid must not be energized for more than nine minutes at one time. Once the canister vent solenoid is energized and de-energized, adequate time must be allowed for the component to cool adequately. Failure to allow the component to cool may create a false failure in the diagnostics, causing unnecessary repairs.
1. Connect the scan tool and select the output test mode.
2. If PID monitors are not active, select PIDs.
3. Select the fuel tank pressure (FTP) and the volts (V) parameter identification (PID) for monitoring.
4. Select the ALL OFF mode.
5. Close the canister vent solenoid by pushing the START button on the scan tool.
Pinpoint Tests
NOTE: Reinstall or install new evaporative emission hose clamps
removed or damaged during testing
procedures.
PINPOINT TEST A: DTC P0442 SMALL LEAK IN EVAP SYSTEM
Test Step
Result / Action to ...
Evaporative Emission System Leak Test
Special Tool(s)
Evaporative Emission System
Tester 310-F007
(134-00056) or equivalent
Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-F224,
New Generation STAR (NGS)
Tester
...
Other materials:
Principles of Operation
Battery Saver
The battery saver feature provides automatic shut-off of power to demand
and courtesy lamp circuitry.
When the generic electronic module (GEM) detects the ignition switch
circuits are in the key OFF or
removed ignition key positions, powe ...
Ignition Coil - Coil On Plug
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301). For additional
information, refer to Section.
2. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube (9B659). For additional information,
refer to Section.
3. NOTE: One ignition coil is shown, and the others are ...
Battery and Cables
Vehicles are equipped with a 12 volt maintenance-free battery that
contains a built-in hydrometer. The
hydrometer eye indication is as follows:
A green dot means the battery is OK.
A yellow dot, red dot, or when the green dot is not visible,
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