Vapor Pressure Sensor (RX300)

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Vapor Pressure Sensor (RX300)
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The Engine Control Module (ECM) monitors fuel tank pressure to determine if a leak or an abnormality exists in EVAP system. Vapor pressure sensor is located on top of fuel tank. A vapor pressure sensor Vacuum Switching Valve (VSV) is located in vapor line at EVAP canister. ECM will operate VSV, allowing vapor pressure sensor to monitor fuel tank pressure and EVAP system. EVAP delivers an input signal to ECM to indicate fuel tank pressure.

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