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Vacuum Switching Valve

This electro-vacuum valve contains a solenoid. When solenoid is activated by converter high temperature condition (1350°F or more), intake manifold vacuum passes through vacuum switching valve and connects with air switching valve to dump air pump air. When de-energized, solenoid allows intake manifold vacuum to pass to air switching valve and connect normal passages of air pump-to-injection manifold.

Fig 1: Catalytic Converter and Over-Temperature Control System (California Only)
G09313923Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
Fig 2: Sectional Drawing of Vacuum Switching Valve
G09313924Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY