2004 Infiniti FX45FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Testing Condition

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  • Perform DTC WORK SUPPORT when the fuel level is between 1/4 and 3/4 full and vehicle is placed on flat level surface  .
  • Open engine hood before conducting the following procedures  .

With CONSULT-II 

  1. Tighten fuel filler cap securely until ratcheting sound is heard.
  2. Turn ignition switch ON.
  3. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
  4. Turn ignition switch ON and select DATA MONITOR mode with CONSULT-II.
  5. Make sure that the following conditions are met.

    COOLAN TEMP/S: 0 - 70° C (32 - 158° F) 

    INT/A TEMP SE: 0 - 60° C (32 - 140° F) 

  6. Select EVAP SML LEAK P0442/P1442 of EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM in DTC WORK SUPPORT mode with CONSULT-II.

    Follow the instruction displayed.

    Fig 1: Using CONSULT-II To Test EVAP SML Leak In DTC Work Support Mode
    G00727444Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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