System Description
This DTC tests for continuous intake manifold vacuum flow to the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) System. The control module seals the EVAP system by commanding the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve Closed and the EVAP canister vent solenoid valve Closed. The control module monitors the fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor to determine if a vacuum is being drawn on the EVAP system. If vacuum in the EVAP system is more than a predetermined value within a predetermined time, this DTC sets.
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 solenoid valves.
Control Module Command | EVAP Canister Purge Solenoid Valve | EVAP Canister Vent Solenoid Valve |
|---|---|---|
ON | Open | Closed |
OFF | Closed | Open |
DTC Descriptor
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC P0496 Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) System Continuous Purge Flow
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | DTCs P0106, P0107, P0108, P112, P0113, P0117, P0118, P0122, P0123, P0131, P0132, P0133, P0134, P0135, P0137, P0138, P0140, P0141, P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0300, P0402, P0404, P0405, P0406, P0443, P0452, P0453, P0462, P0463, P0488, P0502, P0506, P0507, P2195, and P2196 are not set. |
| • | The ignition 1 voltage is between 11-16 volts. |
| • | The barometric pressure (BARO) is more than 72 kPa. |
| • | The engine run time is more than 1 second and less than 120 seconds. |
| • | The engine coolant temperature (ECT) and the intake air temperature (IAT) at start-up are between -5°C and +40°C (23°F and 140°F). |
| • | The start-up IAT minus the startup ECT is within 12°C (22°F). |
| • | The start-up ECT minus startup IAT is within 50°C (90°F). |
| • | The start-up IAT minus IAT are within 3°C (5°F). |
| • | DTC P0496 runs once an ignition cycle when the above conditions are met. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The FTP sensor indicates vacuum during a non-purge condition.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The control module illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on the second consecutive ignition cycle that the diagnostic runs and fails. |
| • | The control module records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The first time the diagnostic fails, the control module stores this information in the Failure Records. If the diagnostic reports a failure on the second consecutive ignition cycle, the control module records the operating conditions at the time of the failure. The control module writes the operating conditions to the Freeze Frame and updates the Failure Records. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The control module turns OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 3 consecutive ignition cycles that the diagnostic runs and does not fail. |
| • | A current DTC, Last Test Failed, clears when the diagnostic runs and passes. |
| • | A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other emission related diagnostic. |
| • | Clear the MIL and the DTC with a scan tool. |
Diagnostic Aids
The EVAP system tests run when engine is first started and meets The Conditions for Running the DTC. An intermittent condition could be caused by an improperly installed or damaged EVAP canister purge solenoid valve , or by a temporary blockage or restriction in the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve.
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Schematic Reference: Evaporative Emissions Hose Routing Diagram | ||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |
2 |
Is the fuel tank pressure sensor parameter within the specified value? | -1 to +1 H2O | Go to Diagnostic Aids | Go to Step 3 |
3 |
Is the fuel tank pressure sensor parameter within the specified range? | -1 to +1 H2O | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 5 |
4 | Replace the EVAP purge solenoid. Refer to Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Solenoid Valve Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 6 | -- |
5 | Replace the fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor. Refer to Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 6 | -- |
6 |
Is the fuel tank pressure sensor parameter within the specified range? | -1 to +1 H2O | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 2 |
7 | Observe the Capture Info with a scan tool. Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed? | -- | System OK | |
