Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

EVAP System, Overview






EVAP System, Overview

EVAP System, Checking for Leaks

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fuel system tester (smoke tester) (KLI 9210) (smoke tester)

Hose adapter (KLI 9210/55-2)

Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system (VAS 5051B), (VAS 5052) or (VAS 5053)

Hose clamps up to 25 mm dia. (3094)

Test Conditions

A leak was detected by Leak Detection Pump (LDP) (V144).

Guided fault finding was performed with vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system.

Evaporative Emissions Tester (KLI 9210) Preparation

Depending on the version, the appearance of the evaporative emissions tester (KLI 9210) may vary.

- Check on evaporative emissions tester (KLI 9210) whether there is enough fluid in the smoke generator.

- Set valve - D - to "Hold".





- Open nitrogen bottle - H -.

- Connect measuring hose - G - on self-test connection - B -.

- Set valve - D - to "Test".

- Using the pressure reducer - J -, adjust the pressure to 25 mbar (10 in. H2O).

- Set valve - D - to "Hold".

- The pressure must now be maintained min. 2 minutes. If the pressure is not maintained, check the tester.

Fuel System, Checking for Leaks





- Disconnect breather line - arrow - to evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve (N80) in engine compartment.

- Connect adapter hose (KLI 9210/55-2) as shown between evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve (N80) and ventilation line.





- Connect measuring hose - G - on evaporative emissions tester (KLI 9210) to adapter hose (KLI 9210/55-2).

- Connect evaporative emissions tester (KLI 9210) to vehicle battery.

- Connect evaporative emissions tester to vehicle.





- Start engine and run at idle speed.

- Select OBD operating mode on evaporative emissions tester.

- Now select diagnostic mode 8 "Tank Leak Test".

- Mark "Tank Leak Test" entry and press right arrow button > to activate the test.

When diagnostic mode 8 "Tank Leak Test" is activated, leak detection pump and evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge solenoid valve 2 (N115) are closed for a maximum of 1000 seconds. The evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve (N80) is not activated. The entire system is now closed.

If the engine control module stops the test, it can be reactivated by stopping the engine and restarting.

- Set valve - D - to "Test". The fuel system is now filled with nitrogen.





- Observe the pressure gauge - C - and flow meter - E -. If the flow quantity decreases and the pressure climbs to 25 mbar (10 in. H2O), the fuel system is full.

Depending on the level in the fuel tank, this procedure may take up to 3 minutes.

- After the pressure has stabilized, set valve - D - to " Hold".

The pressure must not drop below 20 mbar (8 in. H2O) after 5 minutes.

If no pressure decrease can be determined, end diagnostic mode 8 and check Leak Detection Pump (LDP) (V144) pressure buildup.

If pressure does not build up or if positive pressure is not maintained for at least 5 minutes, locate leak as follows:

Allow engine to continue running in idle with diagnostic mode 8 activated.

- First check evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve (N80) for leaks. Clamp off hose to evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve (N80) with hose clamp - arrow -.





- Repeat pressure test by resetting valve - D - to " Test".





- Observe pressure gauge and flow meter. If the flow quantity decreases and the pressure climbs to 25 mbar (10 in. H2O), the fuel system is full.

- After the pressure has stabilized, set valve - D - to " Hold".

- If pressure now no longer falls, replace evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve (N80).

If Pressure Still Drops

- Reset valve - D - to "Test".

- While fuel system is being filled, press smoke generator button - I - for approximately one minute.

The fuel system is now under pressure and filled with smoke.

- Check all visible fuel system lines and hoses for escaping smoke. Also check fuel tank sealing cap.

Illuminate components and hoses with a strong flood light, the smoke will be more visible.

To check for leaks at accessible locations, also use ultrasonic measuring device or commercially available leak detection spray.

Depending on how long fault finding lasts, smoke generator button may have to be pressed again. This ensures there is enough smoke present in the fuel system.

If no malfunctions are detected:

- Remove right rear wheel housing liner.

If Smoke Comes Out of The Air Filter:

- Clamp off hose between evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge solenoid valve 2 (N115) and air filter - arrow -.





- Observe the air filter. If no smoke comes out of it now, the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge solenoid valve 2 (N115) leaks. Replace evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge solenoid valve 2 (N115).

If smoke still comes out of air filter:





- Clamp off hose between Leak Detection Pump (LDP) (V144) and air filter - arrow -.

- Observe air filter. If no smoke comes out of it now, the shut-off valve in the Leak Detection Pump (LDP) (V144) leaks. Replace the Leak Detection Pump (LDP) (V144).

If No Smoke Comes Out of The Air Filter:

- Check all fuel system components and hoses for escaping smoke.

To check fuel pump and fuel filter flange, the assembly opening in the vehicle interior must be opened.

- Replace leaking hoses or components.

After completing the work, perform "Check tank ventilation system for leaks" guided function using.

EVAP System, Overview





1 - EVAP canister

2 - Adapter hose (KLI 9210/55-2) installation location

With leak test in fuel system

3 - Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve 1 (N80)

4 - Vent line

To Intake manifold

5 - Solenoid valve

For Leak detection pump (LDP) (V144)

6 - Vacuum line

To Intake manifold

7 - Air filter housing

For Leak Detection Pump (LDP) (V144)

8 - Leak Detection Pump (LDP) (V144)

9 - Fuel tank

10 - Cap

11 - Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve 2 (N115)

12 - Pressure retention valve

A - Clamp off here

With leak test in fuel system

To check evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge solenoid valve 1 (N80)

B - Clamp off here

With leak test in fuel system

To check evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge solenoid valve 2 (N115)

C - Clamp off here

With leak test in fuel system

To check Leak Detection Pump (LDP) (V144)