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.
Circuit Description
The Evaporative Emission (EVAP) system is used to store fuel vapors to reduce amount of unburned fuel from escaping into atmosphere. PCM monitors the EVAP system for circuit faults in the fuel tank pressure sensor, EVAP purge solenoid and EVAP vent solenoid circuits. PCM also monitors the EVAP system for small and large leaks. During this test, PCM monitors fuel tank pressure sensor for an atmospheric pressure reading when all DTC parameters have been met with engine running. PCM will then command the EVAP vent solenoid on (closed) and the EVAP purge solenoid on (open). PCM will allow pressure drop in fuel tank for a certain length of time after which it will turn off the EVAP purge solenoid. DTC will set when vacuum decay is greater than calibrated amount for a certain length of time due to a small leak.
The following are possible conditions that can result in a small leak detection:
- EVAP vent solenoid is commanded on (closed).
- EVAP purge solenoid is commanded off (closed).
- Engine run time greater than 2 seconds.
- Fuel tank level between 15-85 percent full.
- BARO greater than 81 kPa.
- IAT at start-up between 41-90°F (5-32°C).
- ECT and IAT within 50°F (10°C).
- No ECT, fuel tank pressure, IAT, MAP or VSS DTCs set.
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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.