Standard Ignition CVS81 Vapor Canister Purge Solenoid

Vapor Canister Purge Solenoid for Emission Control

Standard Ignition CVS81 is a vapor canister purge solenoid used in emission control vacuum control systems. It regulates purge flow from the evaporative emissions system and is built with a rectangular female connector, 6 male blade terminals, 2 ports, and 1/4-inch hose connections.

Compatible With select Nissan and INFINITI applications, including Nissan Maxima, Sentra, 240SX, 200SX, Quest, Pathfinder, Pickup, and INFINITI I30, Q45, QX4, G20. The Standard Ignition CVS81 is a direct-fit service part for vehicles that use vacuum control purge solenoid hardware.

Key Features

• Vapor canister purge solenoid for emission control service
• Rectangular 1-connector design with female connector gender
• 6 male blade terminals for the specified electrical interface
• 2-port body with 1/4-inch hose size
• Fits vacuum control applications across select Nissan and INFINITI models
• Cross-reference example: 2-282661

Detailed Description

Standard Ignition CVS81 is engineered for evaporative emission control systems that use a vacuum control purge solenoid. It is listed for 1995-1999 Nissan Maxima, 1997-1999 Nissan Sentra, 1996-1997 Nissan 240SX, 1997-1998 Nissan 200SX, 1997-1999 Nissan Quest, 1997 Nissan Pathfinder, 1997 Nissan Pickup, 1997 Nissan QX4, 1996-1998 INFINITI I30, 1998-1999 INFINITI Q45, and 1999 INFINITI G20.

Standard Ignition CVS81 also cross-references 2M1562 for the same application. Use this part when servicing a purge solenoid on vehicles that require the listed connector, terminal, port, and hose configuration.

What It Helps Address

• Check engine light related to evaporative emissions faults
• Improper purge flow in the EVAP system
• Vacuum control issues affecting purge operation
• Hard starting or rough running caused by purge valve malfunction
• Emission test failures tied to purge solenoid performance

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the connector shape, terminal count, hose size, and port layout before installation. This part is listed for vacuum control applications, and some fitments include notes such as California emissions or 2-hole mounting, so confirm the vehicle’s original configuration against the listing before replacement. For best results, inspect nearby vacuum lines and electrical terminals for wear or contamination during service.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition supplies emission control service parts for specified OE-style applications. CVS81 is cataloged against multiple interchange numbers and vehicle fitments to support accurate replacement selection for the listed Nissan and INFINITI models.