P0496

DTC P0496: EVAP Canister System High Purge Flow

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
3. Do the EVAP FUNCTION TEST in the INSPECTION MENU with the HDS.

Is the EVAP SYSTEM normal?

YES - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the FTP sensor, the EVAP canister purge valve, or the EVAP canister vent shut valve and the PCM.

NO - Go to step 4.

4. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
5. Replace the EVAP canister purge valve.
6. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
7. Reset the PCM with the HDS.
8. Do the PCM idle learn procedure.
9. Do the EVAP FUNCTION TEST in the INSPECTION MENU with the HDS.

Is the EVAP SYSTEM normal?

YES - Troubleshooting is complete.

NO - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the FTP sensor and the EVAP canister purge valve, or at the EVAP canister vent shut valve and the PCM, then go to step 1.