2012 Infiniti M37 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

DTC Detection Logic

DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0451 EVAP control system pressure sensor performance ECM detects a sloshing signal from the EVAP control system pressure sensor
  • Harness or connectors

    (EVAP control system pressure sensor circuit is shorted.)

    [CKP sensor (POS) circuit is shorted.]

    (APP sensor 2 circuit is shorted.)

    [CMP sensor (PHASE) (bank 2) circuit is open or shorted.]

    (Battery current sensor circuit is open or shorted.)

    (Refrigerant pressure sensor circuit is shorted.)

  • EVAP control system pressure sensor
  • Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
  • Accelerator pedal position sensor
  • Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) (bank 2)
  • Battery current sensor
  • Refrigerant pressure sensor
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.