Test Description

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The numbers below refer to the step numbers in the diagnostic procedure.

2 - This step verifies that a failure condition is active.
4 - Introducing smoke in 15 second intervals may allow smaller leak areas to be more noticeable. When the system is less pressurized, the smoke will sometimes escape in a more condensed manner.
6 - This step verifies proper operation of the Fuel Tank Pressure (FTP) sensor.
7 - A normal operating FTP sensor should increase above 5 in. H20 and stop between 6 and 7 in. H20.
9 - This step tests the EVAP purge solenoid vacuum source between the EVAP purge solenoid and the Intake manifold for restrictions or blockages.