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Diagnostic Test

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  1. ACTIVE DTC 
    NOTE:

    If DTC P0455-EVAP SYSTEM LARGE LEAK is set along with this DTC, perform the DTC P0455 diagnostic procedure before continuing with this test.

    1. Start the engine.
    2. Allow the engine to idle.
    3. Using the scan tool, perform the ESIM FORCED MONITOR TEST. Allow the test to complete.
    4. Using the scan tool, read DTCs.

      Is the DTC Active or Pending at this time?

      Yes 

      • Go To  2.

      No 

      • Test complete, the condition or conditions that originally set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagrams as a guide, check all related splices and connectors for signs of water intrusion, corrosion, pushed out or bent terminals, and correct pin tension.
      • Perform the CHECKING FOR AN INTERMITTENT DTC diagnostic procedure. Refer to INTERMITTENT CONDITION .
  2. FUEL FILLER CAP VISUAL INSPECTION 

    Remove the Fuel Filler Cap and visually inspect for the following:

    • Loose or missing Fuel Filler Cap or seal
    • Damaged locking tabs on the Fuel Filler Cap and/or filler tube
    • Damaged seal points on the Fuel Filler Cap and/or filler tube

    Were any problems found?

    Yes 

    No 

    • Go To  3.
  3. FUEL FILLER CAP 
    1. Reinstall the Fuel Filler Cap.
    2. Start the engine.
    3. Allow the engine to idle.
    4. Using the scan tool, perform the ESIM FORCED MONITOR TEST. Allow the test to complete.
    5. Using the scan tool, read DTCs.

      Is the DTC Active or Pending at this time?

      Yes 

      • Replace the Fuel Filler Cap in accordance with the service information.
      • Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .

      No 

      • Test complete, the condition or conditions that originally set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagrams as a guide, check all related splices and connectors for signs of water intrusion, corrosion, pushed out or bent terminals, and correct pin tension.
      • Perform the CHECKING FOR AN INTERMITTENT DTC diagnostic procedure. Refer to INTERMITTENT CONDITION .