Circuit/System Description: Notes
The ECM tests the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) System for a large leak or restrictions to the purge path in the EVAP system. When the enabling criteria has been met the ECM commands the evaporative emission canister vent solenoid valve ON and the evaporative emission canister purge solenoid valve ON, allowing vacuum into the evaporative emission system. The ECM monitors the fuel tank pressure sensor voltage to verify that the system is able to reach a predetermined level of vacuum within a set amount of time.
| Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor Signal Voltage | Fuel Tank Pressure |
|---|---|
| High, Approximately 1.5 V or More | Negative Pressure/Vacuum |
| Low, Approximately 1.5 V or Less | Positive Pressure |
The following table illustrates the relationship between the ON and OFF states, and the OPEN or CLOSED states of the EVAP canister purge and vent valves.
| Control Module Command | EVAP Canister Purge Valve | EVAP Canister Vent Valve |
|---|---|---|
| ON | Open | Closed |
| OFF | Closed | Open |