If your customer complains of an engine knock just above idle from your rebuilt Nissan VG33E engine, you can tell them that the cause may be a normal pulsating noise coming from the EVAP purge solenoid valve and piping (in the engine compartment) transferring into the passenger cabin. However, use the following procedure to reduce the noise.
2. Use CONSULT-II to view the status of the “Closed Throttle Position Switch” (CTPS).
3. Set the Parking Brake, then perform the following;
• For vehicles with an automatic transmission, with your foot on the brake, place the A/T gear selector in “D.”
4. While viewing CTPS status, open the throttle just enough to change the CTPS status from “On” to “Off.”
Note: This will allow the EVAP purge volume control solenoid valve to begin operating.
5. Listen closely for a slight “knocking” noise. If “knocking” noise is heard;
c. Listen again for the “knocking” noise by repeating steps 3, 4 and 5.
• If “knocking” noise is not heard, shut off the engine and proceed to step 6.
6. Remove the hose clamps from the EVAP purge hose. See .
7. Remove the EVAP purge hose.
Note: Set aside the two purge hose clamps for use in step 8.
8. Install a vacuum tank and hose kit (P/N 14958-5S625).
Note: Use the hose clamps set aside in step 7 to secure the replacement parts.
9. Reconnect the electrical connector to the EVAP purge volume control solenoid valve.
10. Repeat steps 3, 4 and 5 to verify the slight “knocking” noise is gone.