Symptom: Fuel Odor From EVAP Canister Is Strong

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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 2.1 kg (4.6 lb) .
OK or NG

OK: GO TO 2.

NG: GO TO 3.
CHECK IF EVAP CANISTER SATURATED WITH WATER
Does water drain from the EVAP canister?

Fig 1: Checking EVAP Canister For Water Drain
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Yes or No

YES: GO TO 3.

NO: GO TO 5.
REPLACE EVAP CANISTER
Replace EVAP canister with a new one.

: GO TO 4 .
DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check the EVAP hose between EVAP canister and vehicle frame for clogging or poor connection.

>> Repair or replace EVAP hose.
CHECK REFUELING EVAP VAPOR CUT VALVE
Refer to "COMPONENT INSPECTION ."

OK or NG

OK: INSPECTION END

NG: Replace refueling EVAP vapor cut valve with fuel tank.