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Circuit/System Description

This DTC tests the evaporative emission (EVAP) system for a restricted or blocked EVAP vent path. The powertrain control module (PCM) commands the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve Open and the EVAP canister vent solenoid valve Closed. This allows vacuum to be applied to the EVAP system. Once a calibrated vacuum level has been reached, the PCM commands the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve Closed and the EVAP canister vent solenoid valve Open. The PCM monitors the fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor for a decrease in vacuum. If the vacuum does not decrease to near 0 inch H2O in a calibrated time, this DTC sets.

FTP Sensor Signal Voltage Fuel Tank Pressure
Less than 1.5 V Positive Pressure
More than 1.5 V Negative Pressure/Vacuum