Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor: Testing and Inspection

2009 Kia Sorento 2WD V6-3.8LSECTION Testing and Inspection







INSPECTION

FUNCTION AND OPERATION PRINCIPLE




The evaporative emission control system prevents hydrocarbon vapors from escaping from the fuel tank into the atmosphere where they could form photochemical smog. Gasoline vapors are collected in the charcoal canister. The Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor (FTPS) is installed on fuel pump assembly and is an integral part of the evaporative monitoring system. The ECM monitors the FTPS signal to detect vacuum decay and excess vacuum. The FTPS measures the difference between the air pressure inside the fuel tank and atmospheric air pressure to check the purge control solenoid valve operation and for leak detection in the evaporative emission control system by monitoring pressure and vacuum levels in the fuel tank during the purge control solenoid valve operating cycles.

SPECIFICATION






SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM





COMPONENT INSPECTION
1. Connect a scantool on Diagnosis connector (DLC).
2. Check FTPS output voltage at idle.





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