Circuit Description
A voltage is supplied directly to the EVAP Vent valve solenoid. The PCM controls the solenoid by grounding the control circuit via an internal switch called a driver. The primary function of the driver is to supply the ground for the controlled component. Each driver has a fault line which the PCM monitors. The voltage of the control circuit should be low (near 0 volts) when the PCM commands a component ON. The voltage potential of the circuit should be high (near the battery voltage) when the PCM commands the control circuit to a component OFF. If the fault detection circuit senses a voltage other than what the PCM expects, the fault line status changes causing the DTC to set.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | The engine speed is greater than 400 RPM. |
| • | The ignition voltage is between 6.0 volts and 18.0 volts. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | The PCM detects that the commanded state of the driver and the actual state of the control circuit do not match. |
| • | The conditions are present for a minimum of 5.0 seconds. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The PCM illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on the second consecutive ignition cycle that the diagnostic runs and fails. |
| • | The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The first time the diagnostic fails, the PCM stores this information in the Failure Records. If the diagnostic reports a failure on the second consecutive ignition cycle, the PCM records the operating conditions at the time of the failure. The PCM writes the conditions to the Freeze Frame and updates the Failure Records. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The PCM turns OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 3 consecutive ignition cycles that the diagnostic runs and does not fail. |
| • | A last test failed, or current DTC, clears when the diagnostic runs and does not fail. |
| • | A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other emission related diagnostic. |
| • | Use a scan tool in order to clear the MIL and the DTC. |
Diagnostic Aids
Important:
• Remove any debris from the PCM\TAC module connector surfaces before
servicing the PCM\TAC module. Inspect the PCM\TAC module connector gaskets
when diagnosing/replacing the modules. Ensure that the gaskets are
installed correctly. The gaskets prevent contaminant intrusion into
the PCM\TAC modules. • For any test that requires For any test that requires probing
the PCM or a component harness connector, use the Connector Test
Adapter Kit J 35616
. Using this kit prevents damage to the harness/component terminals.
Refer to
Using Connector Test Adapters
in Wiring Systems.
| • | The following may cause an intermittent: |
| - | Poor connections; Refer to Intermittents and Poor Connections Diagnosis in Wiring Systems. |
| - | Corrosion |
| - | Mis-routed harness |
| - | Rubbed through wire insulation |
| - | Broken wire inside the insulation |
| • | Using Freeze Frame and/or Failure Records data may aid in locating an intermittent condition. If you cannot duplicate the DTC, the information included in the Freeze Frame and/or Failure Records data can aid in determining how many miles since the DTC set. The Fail Counter and Pass Counter can also aid determining how many ignition cycles the diagnostic reported a pass and/or a fail. Operate the vehicle within the same freeze frame conditions (RPM, load, vehicle speed, temperature etc.) that you observed. This will isolate when the DTC failed. |
| • | For an intermittent, refer to Symptoms . |
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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Listen for an audible click when the solenoid operates. Be sure that both the ON and the OFF states are commanded. Repeat the commands as necessary.
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This test can detect a partially shorted coil which would cause excessive current flow. Leaving the circuit energized for 2 minutes allows the coil to warm up. When warm, the coil may open (amps drop to 0), or short (goes above 0.75 amp).
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Listen for an audible click when the solenoid operates. Repeat the procedure as necessary.
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If no trouble is found in the control circuit or the connection at the PCM, the PCM may be faulty, however, this is an extremely unlikely failure.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check ? | -- | ||
Does the solenoid turn ON and OFF when commanded? | -- | |||
Important: Replace the solenoid if the amperage goes to 0 when performing the current draw test. Does the current draw measure less than the specified value? | 0.75A | Go to Diagnostic Aids | ||
4 |
Important: For vehicles equipped with automatic transmission it may be necessary to lower the exhaust system to gain access to the solenoid. Refer to Evaporative Emission Vent Valve Replacement .
Does the DMM display infinite (OL) resistance? | -- | ||
5 |
Important: For vehicles equipped with automatic transmission it may be necessary to lower the exhaust system to gain access to the solenoid. Refer to Evaporative Emission Vent Valve Replacement .
Does the test lamp turn ON and OFF when commanded? | -- | ||
6 | With the test lamp J 35616-200 connected to ground, probe the ignition feed circuit in the solenoid harness connector. Is the test lamp illuminated? | -- | ||
Does the solenoid turn ON when the circuit is grounded and OFF when the circuit is opened? | -- | |||
8 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||
9 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||
10 | Repair the faulty solenoid control circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems . Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
11 | Repair the faulty solenoid ignition feed circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems . Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
12 | Replace the solenoid. Refer to Evaporative Emission Vent Valve Replacement . Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
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Important:: Program the replacement PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module/Throttle Actuator Control Module Replacement . Replace the PCM. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | ||
14 |
Does the scan tool indicate that this test ran and passed? | -- | ||
15 | Select the Capture Info option and the Review Info option using the scan tool. Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed? | -- | Go to the applicable DTC table | System OK |
