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DTC P0451: Evaporative Emission System Pressure Sensor/Switch Range/Performance

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P0451 - EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM PRESSURE SENSOR/SWITCH RANGE/PERFORMANCE

Description:  This DTC sets for a fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor range (offset) concern. The FTP sensor output is offset by greater than 1.7 inches of water or less than -1.7 inches of water.
Possible Causes: 
  • Intermittent open or short in the FTP sensor or the FTP sensor signal
  • Contaminated or damaged sensor
  • Damaged powertrain control module (PCM)
Diagnostic Aids:  With the FTP sensor at atmospheric pressure, the FTP parameter identification (PID) normally indicates 0 inches of water.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST HX .