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Phase 1 - Leak Verification

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  1. Connect the Rotunda Smoke Machine Leak Tester to the evaporative emission (EVAP) test port.
  2. Close the canister vent solenoid. For additional information, refer to CANISTER VENT SOLENOID CLOSING PROCEDURE .
  3. Using the Rotunda Smoke Machine, pressurize the EVAP system.
  4. Monitor the indicator flag on the Smoke Machine Tester. If the measurement is below the indicator flag, the system has passed the leak test and the test procedure is complete. If the measurement is above the indicator flag the system has failed the leak test. Proceed to Phase 2.