I/M EVAP System Set Procedure
INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE (I/M) EVAPORATIVE EMISSION (EVAP) SYSTEM SET PROCEDUREDESCRIPTION
The purpose of this test is to satisfy the enable criteria necessary in order to execute the I/M readiness diagnostics for the evaporative emission (EVAP) system. The test may be used in order to set the I/M System Status indicators to YES. The I/M System Status Display on the scan tool provides an indication of when the PCM has completed the required tests. The I/M System Status does not indicate that the tests have passed or failed. When all of the diagnostics for a specific system have run and passed and I/M System Status will update to YES. If a test for a specific system has failed, the I/M System Status will update to YES, indicating a determination was made, even if all of the other tests for that system have not run. Performing a visual inspection prior to running the EVAP test may prevent having to repeat the test. A failed or aborted test will require the vehicle to cool down in order to meet the enable criteria to run another test.
CONDITIONS FOR RUNNING
- DTCs P0442, P0446, P0455, P0496 are not set.
- The barometric pressure (BARO) is more than 75 kPa.
- The fuel level is between 1/4 and 3/4.
- The battery voltage is between 10-18 volts.
- The engine coolant temperature (ECT) is between 3.75-30°C (39-86°F).
- The intake air temperature (IAT) is between 3.75-30°C (39-86°F).
- The difference between the ECT and the IAT is less than 8°C (14°F).
DIAGNOSTIC AIDS
If there is an impending failure, the system may require more time to run the diagnostic than was allotted in the set procedure. If the test does not run after numerous attempts and no DTC is set, review the appropriate scan tool data list and the service information for an indication of why the test does not complete. Some tests may abort due to changes in the conditions while the test is running. For example, changes in engine load such as cooling fan or an A/C compressor clutch turning ON may cause the test to abort.
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