Diagnostic Instructions
| • | Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. |
| • | Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach. |
| • | Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category. |
DTC Descriptors
DTC P0451: Fuel Tank Pressure (FTP) Sensor PerformanceDTC P0452: Fuel Tank Pressure (FTP) Sensor Circuit Low Voltage
DTC P0453: Fuel Tank Pressure (FTP) Sensor Circuit High Voltage
DTC P0454: Fuel Tank Pressure (FTP) Sensor Intermittent
Diagnostic Fault Information
Circuit | Short to Ground | High Resistance | Open | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FTP Sensor Low Reference | -- | P0446, P0451 | P0446 | -- | P0451 |
FTP Sensor Signal | P0452 | -- | P0452 | P0453 | P0451, P0454 |
FTP Sensor 5-Volt Reference | P0452, P0530, P0641 | P0451 | P0446, P0453 | P0453, P0530, P0641 | -- |
Typical Scan Tool Data
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open | Short to Voltage |
|---|---|---|---|
Operating Conditions: Ignition ON, engine OFF Parameter Normal Range: 1.3-1.7 V | |||
FTP Sensor Low Reference | -- | 5 V | -- |
FTP Sensor Signal | 0 V | 0 V | 5 V |
FTP Sensor 5-Volt Reference | 0 V | 0 V | 5 V |
Circuit/System Description
The fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor measures air pressure or vacuum in the evaporative emission (EVAP) system. The powertrain control module (PCM) supplies a 5-volt reference circuit and a low reference circuit to the FTP sensor. The FTP sensor signal voltage varies depending on EVAP system pressure or vacuum. The controller also uses this FTP signal to determine atmospheric pressure for use in the engine-off small leak test, DTC P0442. Before using this signal as an atmospheric reference, it must first be re-zeroed.
Conditions for Running the DTC
P0451
| • | DTC P0451 runs only when the engine-off natural vacuum small leak test, DTC P0442, executes. |
| • | The number of times this test runs can range from 0-2 per engine-off period. The length of the test can be up to 10 minutes. |
P0452 and P0453
DTC P0452 and P0453 run continuously when the ignition is ON.
P0454
| • | DTC P0454 runs only when the engine-off natural vacuum small leak test, DTC P0442, executes. |
| • | This test can run once per engine-off period. The length of the test can be up to 10 minutes. |
| • | A refueling event is not detected. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
P0451
This DTC will set if the controller is unable to re-zero the FTP sensor voltage within a calibrated range during the engine-off small leak test, DTC P0442.
P0452
The FTP sensor voltage is less than 0.1 volt for more than 5 seconds.
P0453
The FTP sensor voltage is more than 4.9 volts for more than 5 seconds.
P0454
If, during the engine-off natural vacuum small leak test, DTC P0442, the PCM detects an abrupt FTP signal change, other than a refueling event, this DTC will set. An abrupt change is defined as a change of 1 inch H2O in the span of 1 second.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
P0451 and P0454
| • | The PCM illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) when the diagnostic runs and fails. |
| • | The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The PCM stores this information in the Freeze Frame/Failure Records. |
P0452 and P0453
| • | The PCM illuminates the MIL on the second consecutive ignition cycle that the diagnostic runs and fails. |
| • | The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The first time the diagnostic fails, the PCM stores this information in the Failure Records. If the diagnostic reports a failure on the second consecutive ignition cycle, the PCM records the operating conditions at the time of the failure. The PCM writes the operating conditions to the Freeze Frame and updates the Failure Records. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The control module turns OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 3 consecutive ignition cycles that the diagnostic runs and does not fail. |
| • | A current DTC, Last Test Failed, clears when the diagnostic runs and passes. |
| • | A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other emission related diagnostic. |
| • | Clear the MIL and the DTC with a scan tool. |
Diagnostic Aids
P0451
| • | A restriction in the EVAP canister or vent lines could prevent fuel vapor pressure from bleeding off fast enough. If the vent system cannot bleed off pressure fast enough, the re-zero procedure may not complete successfully, which could cause this code to set. By using the Purge Solenoid command on a scan tool, vacuum can be applied to the system instead of pressure. With the EVAP canister vent solenoid valve open and the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve commanded to 100 percent, the vacuum should not increase to more than 9 inches H2O. |
| • | Ensure that the reference port on the FTP sensor is unobstructed. |
| • | An FTP sensor that is skewed or does not have a linear transition from low to high may cause this code to set. Scan tool output controls, snapshot, and plot functions can help detect erratic sensor response. To test the sensor signal under vacuum conditions, use the Quick Snapshot and the Purge/Seal functions to capture data while commanding purge to 20 percent, then plot the data to look for erratic sensor operation. A similar test can be done for the pressure side of the sensor operation by applying pressure with the J 41413-200 , while taking a snapshot. |
P0454
| • | This diagnostic is designed to detect an unexpected abrupt voltage signal change from the FTP. |
| • | Scan tool output controls, snapshot, and plot functions can help detect erratic sensor response. To look at the sensor signal under vacuum conditions, use Snapshot and the Purge/Seal function to capture data while commanding purge to 30 percent, then plot the data to look for erratic sensor operation. A similar inspection can be done for the pressure side of the sensor range by applying pressure with the J 41413-200 while taking a snapshot. |
| • | Ensure that the reference port on the FTP sensor is unobstructed. |
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Connector End View Reference
Electrical Information Reference
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Special Tools
J 41413-200 Evaporative Emission System Tester (EEST)
Circuit/System Verification
- Remove the fuel cap.
- Ignition ON, engine OFF.
- Observe the Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor parameter with a scan tool.
- The FTP Sensor parameter should be 1.3-1.7 volts.
Circuit/System Testing
- With the ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the FTP sensor.
- Ignition OFF, test for less than 5 ohms between the low reference circuit terminal A and ground.
- Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 volts between the 5-volt reference circuit terminal C and ground.
- Verify the scan tool FTP sensor parameter is less than 0.1 volt.
- Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal B and the 5-volt reference circuit terminal C. Verify the scan tool FTP sensor parameter is greater than 4.7 volts.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the FTP sensor.
| ⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PCM. |
| ⇒ | If less than the specified range, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PCM. |
| ⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PCM. |
| ⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit terminal B for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PCM. |
| ⇒ | If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PCM. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
Control Module References for PCM replacement, setup, and programming
