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Symptom: Fuel Odor From EVAP Canister Is Strong

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  1. CHECK EVAP CANISTER 
    1. Remove EVAP canister with EVAP canister vent control valve and EVAP control system pressure sensor attached.
    2. Weigh the EVAP canister with EVAP canister vent control valve and EVAP control system pressure sensor attached.

    The weight should be less than 1.9 kg (4.2 lb).

    OK or NG 

    1. OK: GO TO 2.
    2. NG: GO TO  3
    3. Fig 1: Checking Water Drain From EVAP Canister
      G00774686Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  2. CHECK IF EVAP CANISTER SATURATED WITH WATER

    Does water drain from the EVAP canister?

    Yes or No 

    1. Yes : GO TO 3.
    2. No : GO TO  5
  3. REPLACE EVAP CANISTER 

    Replace EVAP canister with a new one.

    1. GO TO 4.
  4. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART 

    Check the EVAP hose between EVAP canister and vehicle frame for clogging or poor connection.

    1. :Repair or replace EVAP hose.
  5. CHECK REFUELING EVAP VAPOR CUT VALVE 

    Refer to COMPONENT INSPECTION .

    OK or NG 

    1. OK: INSPECTION END 
    2. NG: Replace refueling EVAP vapor cut valve with fuel tank.