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Diagnostic Mode 08: Tank Leak Test



Diagnostic Mode 08: Tank Leak Test

Diagnostic Mode 08 is used to test the fuel system for leaks.

NOTE: If the accelerator pedal is depressed during the test, the test will be aborted.

Test requirements
- No DTCs stored in the DTC memory.
- Intake Air Temperature (IAT) maximum 60 degrees C.
- Coolant temperature 80 to 110 degrees C.
- Throttle valve angle 13.2 to 16.0%.

Procedure
- Connect the diagnostic tester.
- Start the engine and run at idle for at least 15 minutes.
- Select "Mode 8: Tank Leak Test".
- Select "Test-ID 01: Tank Leak Test".
- Check the specified value of the tank leak test at idle.
- The following will be displayed on the diagnostic tester screen:

Tank leak test Specified value
- Test function active Test OK
- Test function is being initiated, please wait
- Test off
- Test aborted

- Switch the ignition off.

If the specified value is obtained:
- Refer to "Diagnostic mode 03 : Interrogating fault memory " to check for any DTCs that may be stored.
- To repeat the tank test, switch the ignition off and start the engine again and let run for 15 minutes at idle.
- Switch the ignition off.
- End of diagnosis.