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Mode 6 (EVAP System Repair Verification Drive Mode)

NOTE:
  • If "EVAP System Repair Verification Drive Mode "cannot be performed (the vehicle under the specified condition) & Perform the evaporative system test procedure as an alternative. (See EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM TEST .)
  1. Verify that all of the following PIDs are within the following specifications. All PIDs must be within specifications before the engine is started to initiate the evaporative system test.
    • BARO: 72.3 kPa {542 mmHg, 21.3 inHg} or higher 
    • IAT: 5-35 °C {41-95 °F} 
    • Fuel tank level: 15-85 % 
    • Battery positive voltage: 10.9-14.6 V 
  2. Clear DTCs from the PCM memory using the WDS or equivalent.
  3. Start the engine and idle it for 10 s or more,  then turn ignition switch off.
  4. Leave the vehicle is this condition for 5 hours or more. 
  5. Start the engine and idle it for 15 min or more. 
  6. Drive the vehicle at the engine speed of 65-80 km/h {40-50 mph}  for 5 min or more. 
  7. Stop the vehicle and turn ignition switch off.
  8. Leave vehicle in this condition for 10 min or more. 
  9. Start the engine.
  10. Access the ON BOARD SYSTEM READINESS menu of GENERIC OBD-II FUNCTION to verify the OBD monitoring status.
    • If completed, the OBD monitoring status items change from non-completed to completed.
    • If not completed, turn the ignition switch off, then repeat from Step  3.
  11. Access DIAGNOSTIC MONITORING TEST RESULTS menu of GENERIC OBD-II FUNCTIONS to verify the monitor results.
    • If the detected values are not within the specification, the repair has not been completed.
  12. Verify that no DTCs are available.