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System Description

This DTC tests the evaporative emission (EVAP) system for a restricted or blocked EVAP vent path. The control module commands the EVAP canister purge solenoid Open and the EVAP canister vent solenoid Closed. This allows vacuum to be applied to the EVAP system. Once a calibrated vacuum level has been reached, the control module commands the EVAP canister purge solenoid Closed and the EVAP canister vent solenoid Open. The control module monitors the fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor for a decrease in vacuum. If the vacuum does not decrease to near 0 inches H2O in a calibrated time, this DTC sets.

The following table illustrates the relationship between the ON and OFF states, and the Open or Closed states of the EVAP canister purge and vent valves.

Control Module Command

EVAP Canister Purge Solenoid

EVAP Canister Vent Solenoid

ON

Open

Closed

OFF

Closed

Open

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • DTCs P0107, P0108, P0110, P0112, P0113, P0115, P0116, P0117, P0118, P0121, P0122, P0123, P0125, P0443, P0449, P0452, P0453, P1106, P1107, P1111, P1112, P1114, P1115, P1121, or P1122 are not set.
    • The system voltage is between 10-18 volts.
    • The engine coolant temperature (ECT) is between than 4-30°C (39-86°F).
    • The intake air temperature (IAT) is between than 4-30°C (39-86°F).
    • The fuel tank level is between 15-85 percent.
    • The barometric pressure (BARO) is more than 75 kPa.
    • The vehicle speed sensor (VSS) is less than 121 km/h (75 mph).
    • The start-up ECT and IAT are within 9°C (16°F).

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    •  Fuel tank pressure is less than -10 inch H2O.
    •  The condition is present for as long as 30 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The control module illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on the second consecutive ignition cycle that the diagnostic runs and fails.
    • The control module records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The first time the diagnostic fails, the control module stores this information in the Failure Records. If the diagnostic reports a failure on the second consecutive ignition cycle, the control module records the operating conditions at the time of the failure. The control module 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

An intermittent condition could be caused by a damaged EVAP vent housing, a temporary blockage at the EVAP vent valve inlet, or a pinched vent hose. A blockage in the vent system will also cause a poor fuel fill condition.

Test Description

The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

  1. This test determines if the FTP sensor is functioning.

Step

Action

Values

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Evaporative Emissions Hose Routing Diagram

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls

2

Did DTC P0443, P0449, P0452 or P0453 set?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List

Go to Step 3

3

Inspect the EVAP system for the following conditions:

    • A damaged EVAP vent valve
    • A pinched EVAP vent hose

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 14

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Disconnect the purge line from the EVAP purge valve.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. Observe the FTP parameter with a scan tool.

Does the scan tool indicate fuel tank pressure near the specified value?

0 in H2O

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 8

5

    Important: Always zero the EVAP pressure and vacuum (in Hg) gages on the J 41413 EVAP Pressure and Purge Station before proceeding with diagnosis.

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Reconnect all previously disconnected hardware.
  3. Install the J 41415-40
  4. Install the J 41413 and the vehicle fuel fill cap to the J 41415-40 Fuel Tank Cap Adaptor.
  5. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  6. With a scan tool, command the EVAP vent valve ON.
  7. Pressurize the EVAP system to the first specified value with the J 41413 .
  8. Rotate the J 41413 rotary valve to the OFF/HOLD position.
  9. With a scan tool, command the EVAP vent valve OFF.

Does the scan tool indicate fuel tank pressure near the second specified value?

5 in H2O

0 in H2O

Go to Diagnostic Aids

Go to Step 7

6

Disconnect the EVAP vent hose from the EVAP canister vent valve.

Does the scan tool indicate fuel tank pressure near the specified value?

0 in H2O

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 7

7

Disconnect the EVAP vapor pipe from the EVAP canister.

Does the scan tool indicate fuel tank pressure near the second specified value?

0 in H2O

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 11

8

Observe the fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor voltage with a scan tool.

Is the FTP sensor voltage more than the specified value?

4.3 V

Go to DTC P0453

Go to Step 9

9

Test for poor connections at the harness connector of the fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 14

Go to Step 12

10

Replace the EVAP vent valve. Refer to Evaporative Emission Canister Vent Solenoid Valve Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 12

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11

Replace the EVAP canister. Refer to Evaporative Emission Canister Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 12

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12

Replace the FTP sensor. Refer to Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 14

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13

Repair for a blockage in the EVAP vent hose. Refer to Evaporative Emission System Cleaning .

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 14

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14

  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. With the scan tool, command the vent valve ON.
  3. Pressurize the EVAP system to the specified value with the J 41413 .
  4. Place the control knob on the J 41413 to the OFF/HOLD position.
  5. Monitor the pressure gage on the J 41413 .
  6. With a scan tool, command the EVAP vent valve OFF.

Does the EVAP system pressure decrease?

5 in H2O

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 3

15

Observe the stored information in Capture Info. with a scan tool.

Does the scan tool indicate any DTCs that have not been diagnosed?

--

Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List

System OK