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HOMESERVICE MANUALSNISSAN-DATSUN2012XTERRA S, 4WD, AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM - DTCS P0222 TO P0603DTC P0456: EVAP CONTROL SYSTEMOVERALL FUNCTION CHECKWITH GST
2012 Nissan-Datsun Xterra S, 4WD, Automatic Trans

With GST

2012 Nissan-Datsun Xterra S, 4WD, Automatic TransSECTION With GST

Use this procedure to check the overall function of the EVAP very small leak function. During this check, a 1st trip DTC might not be confirmed.

CAUTION:
  • Never use compressed air, doing so may damage the EVAP system.
  • Never start engine.
  • Never exceeded 4.12 kPa (0.042 kg/cm2 , 0.6 psi).
  1. Attach the EVAP service port adapter securely to the EVAP service port (2).
    Fig 1: Identifying Evap Canister Purge Volume Control Solenoid Valve, Service Port And Oil Filler Cap
    G08201215Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  2. Set the pressure pump and a hose.
  3. Also set a vacuum gauge via 3-way connector and a hose.
  4. Turn ignition switch ON.
  5. Connect GST and select Service $08.
  6. Using Service $08 control the EVAP canister vent control valve (close).
  7. Apply pressure and make sure the following conditions are satisfied.
    Fig 2: Checking EVAP Service Port Pressure Using Pressure Gauge
    G04875285Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

    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). 

    If NG, go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".

    If OK, go to next step.

  8. Disconnect GST.
  9. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
  10. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
  11. Turn ignition switch ON.
  12. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
  13. Restart engine and let it idle for 90 seconds.
  14. Keep engine speed at 2, 000 RPM for 30 seconds.
  15. Turn ignition switch OFF.
NOTE: For more information, refer to GST instruction manual.
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