Engine
Intake Manifold Vacuum Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
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1. Disconnect the evaporative hose (purge solenoid valve side) and install the vacuum gauge..
2. Verify that the intake air hoses are installed securely.
3. Warm up the engine.
4. Measure the intake manifold vacuum while idling (no load) using the vacuum gauge.
If not within the specification, perform the following inspections.
Compression pressure.
Air suction
Installation areas of each vacuum hose
Installation area of throttle body
Installation area of fuel injector
Installation area of PCV valve
Installation area of intake manifold
- Standard
MZR 2.0: Approx. –68.0 kPa {–510 mmHg, –20.1 inHg}
MZR 2.5: Approx. –70.0 kPa {–525 mmHg, –20.7 inHg}
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