The fuel tank leak test is used to locate any fuel or fuel vapor escaping the fuel tank area. Fuel vapors escaping above the fuel level will be detected when the evaporative emission (EVAP) diagnostics complete one test cycle. The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will illuminate after the EVAP diagnostics complete 2 test cycles.
• | Operate the vehicle under the condition of the customer's concern. Under high temperature conditions fuel vapors may increase to the point of EVAP canister vapor saturation. Fuel vapors would then be released into the atmosphere. Once the engine is running and EVAP purge is enabled, all fuel vapor release would be eliminated. |
• | Test for fuel leaking in the following locations: |
- | The fuel tanks |
- | The fuel feed pipe |
• | Test for fuel vapor leaks in the following locations: |
- | The fuel tanks, fill limiter vent valve, and rollover valves |
- | The fuel fill pipe, hose and fuel fill cap |
- | Both fuel tank modules and seals |
- | The fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor seal |
- | The EVAP vapor pipe |
- | The fuel tank crossover tube/hose |
• | Movement of the EVAP pipes or fuel pipes may help find an intermittent condition. |
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
This step tests for fuel leaks below the fuel tank fuel level.
This step locates fuel vapors escaping above the fuel level in the fuel tanks.
Step | Action | Yes | No | ||||||||
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1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Vehicle? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information | ||||||||
2 |
Important: Before performing this procedure, place a dry chemical (class B) fire extinguisher near the work area.
Did you find fuel leaking from the fuel tank? | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 3 | ||||||||
3 |
Did you find fuel leaking from the fuel pipes? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 4 | ||||||||
Important : Do not exceed 15 in H2O. Did you find fuel leaking from the fuel tanks? | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 5 | |||||||||
Important: It may be necessary to partially lower the fuel tanks. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement - Left Side or Fuel Tank Replacement - Right Side .
Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Diagnostic Aids | |||||||||
6 | Replace the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement - Left Side or Fuel Tank Replacement - Right Side . Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 8 | -- | ||||||||
7 | Replace the leaking fuel pipe. Refer to Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Chassis . Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 8 | -- | ||||||||
8 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 2 |