Component Inspection (EVAP Vapor Cut Valve)

1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Remove fuel tank. Refer to Removal and Installation - VK56VD .
3. Drain fuel from the tank as per the following:
   1. Remove fuel gauge retainer.
   2. Drain fuel from the tank using a handy pump into a fuel container.
4. Check refueling EVAP vapor cut valve for being stuck to close as per the following.

   Blow air into the refueling EVAP vapor cut valve (from the end of EVAP/ORVR line hose), and check that the air flows freely into the tank.

5. Check refueling EVAP vapor cut valve for being stuck to open as per the following.
   1. Connect vacuum pump to hose end.
   2. Remove fuel gauge retainer with fuel gauge unit.

      Always replace O-ring with new one.

   3. Turn fuel tank upside down.
   4. Apply vacuum pressure to hose end [-13.3 kPa (-0.136 kg/cm ³ , -1.93 psi)] with fuel gauge retainer remaining open and check that the pressure is applicable.

      Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES

INSPECTION END

NO

Replace refueling EVAP vapor cut valve with fuel tank.