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Mechanical Inspection

  1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
  2. Disconnect the NVLD connector.
  3. Remove the NVLD.
  4. Connect the hose (A) to the canister hose connected port as below.
  5. After immersing the hose (A) in water, Apply more than 6 mbar (positive) pressure to Atmosphere port (B).
  6. If the NVLD is normal, many bubbles will indicate large leak.
NOTE: Allowable internal leakage of 0.35 g/hr at 3 mbar will show as one bubble every second (approximately).
Fig 1: Immersing Hose In Water
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