Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Component Function Check
- PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK
Without CONSULT
CAUTION:- Do not use compressed air, doing so may damage the EVAP system.
- Do not start engine.
- Do not exceeded 4.12 kPa (0.042 kg/cm2 , 0.6 psi).
- Attach the EVAP service port adapter securely to the EVAP service port (commercial service tool).
- Set the pressure pump and a hose.
- Also set a vacuum gauge via 3-way connector and a hose.
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Connect GST and select Service $08.
- Using Service $08 control the EVAP canister vent control valve (close).
- Apply pressure and check the following conditions are satisfied.
Pressure to be applied: 2.7 kPa (0.028 kg/cm 2 , 0.39 psi) Time to be waited after the pressure drawn in to the EVAP system and the pressure to be dropped: 60 seconds and the pressure should not be dropped more than 0.4 kPa (0.004 kg/cm 2 , 0.06 psi).
Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES: GO TO 2.
NO: Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".
- RELEASE PRESSURE
- Disconnect GST.
- Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
- Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
- Restart engine and let it idle for 90 seconds.
- Keep engine speed at 2, 000 RPM for 30 seconds.
- Turn ignition switch OFF.NOTE: For more information, refer to GST Instruction Manual.
: INSPECTION END
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
