Expert EVAP Canister Purge Control Valve Replacement in Berkeley, CA
Oceanworks Auto Repair in Berkeley offers a wide range of auto emission system related repairs, including EVAP canister purge control valve replacement. Our technicians, certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), can diagnose EVAP canister purge control valve problems, and have it replaced if necessary.
Why the EVAP Canister Purge Control Valve is Important
The Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) System reduces emissions by preventing fuel vapors from escaping into the air. The system captures and stores fuel vapors in a charcoal canister until they can be burned in the engine. At the right time, the EVAP canister purge control valve opens and allows the vapors to travel into the intake manifold, where they mix with the air-fuel mixture for combustion.
The purge control valve is controlled by the Engine Control Unit (ECU), which determines when and how much vapor is to be introduced into the combustion process. Over time, the valve can get clogged, or can get stuck due to carbon buildup, debris accumulation, or electrical malfunctions. When this happens, your vehicle will exhibit reduced engine performance, increased emissions, and fuel economy issues. A faulty purge control valve will likely trigger the Check Engine Light (CEL) as well as cause the onboard computer to store trouble codes. You may also notice rough idle or difficulty starting the engine.
Some of the trouble diagnostic codes set by the problems with the valve can be quite complicated to diagnose (many codes can be set by multiple conditions – these codes can be thought of as road signs – they point technicians in the direction of the subsystems that need to be tested). The EVAP canister purge control valve does not have a fixed replacement interval, but the check engine light will alert you to the problem. We recommend getting the check engine light diagnosed as quickly as possible, since many of the codes point to significant problems, particularly if left untreated.
Signs Your EVAP Canister Purge Control Valve Needs Replacement
A failing EVAP canister purge control valve will give you vehicle performance issues. Here are some of the signs your EVAP canister purge control needs replacement. Symptoms will differ, depending on whether the valve gets stuck in the open or closed position. Here are the symptoms your vehicle is likely to exhibit:
- Check Engine Light On
- Rough Idle
- Difficulty Starting
- Increased Emissions
At Oceanworks Auto Repair, we pride ourselves on doing EVAP system diagnostics and repairs with focus on quality, precision, and customer satisfaction. Our ASE-certified technicians have many years of experience in emissions system services, so your EVAP canister purge control valve is replaced with the utmost care. We use the latest tools to pinpoint the problem and implement the correct solution. We back our work with a 24-month/24,000-mile warranty, and you can also expect friendly service, Original Equipment quality parts, and same-day service completion (in most cases).
Contact Oceanworks Auto Repair
So if your vehicle has illuminated the check engine light, exhibits rough idling, or has difficulty starting – call Oceanworks Auto Repair, and our technicians will do a comprehensive test of the EVAP system, and will fix any problems they find. You can also request an appointment online, on our website, if you find it more convenient.