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Infiniti FX35 / FX45. Manual - part 553

 

 

DTC P0455 EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM

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DTC P0455 EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM

On Board Diagnosis Logic

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This diagnosis detects a very large leak (fuel filler cap fell off etc.) in EVAP system between the fuel tank and
EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve.

CAUTION:

• Use only a genuine NISSAN fuel filler cap as a replacement. If an incorrect fuel filler cap is used, the

MIL may come on.

• If the fuel filler cap is not tightened properly, the MIL may come on.
• Use only a genuine NISSAN rubber tube as a replacement.

DTC Confirmation Procedure

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CAUTION:

Never remove fuel filler cap during the DTC Confirmation Procedure.
NOTE:

DTC No.

Trouble diagnosis name

DTC detecting condition

Possible cause

P0455
0455

EVAP control system 
gross leak detected

EVAP control system has a very large leak such 
as fuel filler cap fell off, EVAP control system 
does not operate properly.

• Fuel filler cap remains open or fails to 

close.

• Incorrect fuel tank vacuum relief valve
• Incorrect fuel filler cap used
• Foreign matter caught in fuel filler cap.
• Leak is in line between intake manifold 

and EVAP canister purge volume control 
solenoid valve.

• Foreign matter caught in EVAP canister 

vent control valve.

• EVAP canister or fuel tank leaks
• EVAP purge line (pipe and rubber tube) 

leaks

• EVAP purge line rubber tube bent.
• Loose or disconnected rubber tube
• EVAP canister vent control valve and the 

circuit

• EVAP canister purge volume control so-

lenoid valve and the circuit

• Fuel tank temperature sensor
• O-ring of EVAP canister vent control 

valve is missing or damaged.

• EVAP control system pressure sensor
• Refueling EVAP vapor cut valve
• ORVR system leaks

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DTC P0455 EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM

• Make sure that EVAP hoses are connected to EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve

properly.

• If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at

least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.

TESTING CONDITION:
• Perform “DTC WORK SUPPORT” when the fuel level is between 1/4 and 3/4 full, and vehicle is placed

on flat level surface.

• Open engine hood before conducting the following procedures.

 WITH CONSULT-III

1.

Tighten fuel filler cap securely until ratcheting sound is heard.

2.

Turn ignition switch ON.

3.

Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.

4.

Turn ignition switch ON and select “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III.

5.

Make sure that the following conditions are met.
COOLAN TEMP/S: 0 - 70

°

C (32 - 158

°

F)

INT/A TEMP SE: 0 - 60

°

C (32 - 140

°

F)

6.

Select “EVAP SML LEAK P0442/P1442” of “EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM” in “DTC WORK SUPPORT” mode
with CONSULT-III.
Follow the instruction displayed.
NOTE:
If the engine speed cannot be maintained within the range displayed on the CONSULT-III screen, go to

EC-658, "Basic Inspection"

.

7.

Make sure that “OK” is displayed.
If “NG” is displayed, select “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” mode and make sure that “EVAP GROSS LEAK
[P0455]” is displayed. If it is displayed, refer to 

EC-974, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

If P0442 is displayed, perform Diagnostic Procedure for DTC P0442 

EC-927, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

 WITH GST

NOTE:
Be sure to read the explanation of 

EC-633, "Emission-related Diagnostic Information"

 before driving vehicle.

1.

Start engine.

2.

Drive vehicle according to 

EC-633, "Emission-related Diagnostic Information"

.

3.

Stop vehicle.

4.

Turn ignition switch OFF, wait at least 10 seconds and then turn ON.

5.

Select “Service $07” with GST.
• If P0455 is displayed on the screen, go to 

EC-974, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

• If P0442 is displayed on the screen, go to 

EC-927, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

• If P0441 is displayed on the screen, go to 

EC-922, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

Diagnosis Procedure

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1.

CHECK FUEL FILLER CAP DESIGN

1.

Turn ignition switch OFF.

2.

Check for genuine NISSAN fuel filler cap design.

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 2.

NG

>> Replace with genuine NISSAN fuel filler cap.

2.

CHECK FUEL FILLER CAP INSTALLATION

Check that the cap is tightened properly by rotating the cap clockwise.

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OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 3.

NG

>> 1.

Open fuel filler cap, then clean cap and fuel filler neck threads using air blower.

2.

Retighten until ratcheting sound is heard.

3.

CHECK FUEL FILLER CAP FUNCTION

Check for air releasing sound while opening the fuel filler cap.

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 5.

NG

>> GO TO 4.

4.

CHECK FUEL TANK VACUUM RELIEF VALVE

Refer to 

EC-620, "Component Inspection"

.

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 5.

NG

>> Replace fuel filler cap with a genuine one.

5.

CHECK EVAP PURGE LINE

Check EVAP purge line (pipe, rubber tube, fuel tank and EVAP canister) for cracks, improper connection or
disconnection.
Refer to 

EC-618, "Description"

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OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 6.

NG

>> Repair or reconnect the hose.

6.

CLEAN EVAP PURGE LINE

Clean EVAP purge line (pipe and rubber tube) using air blower.

>> GO TO 7.

7.

CHECK EVAP CANISTER VENT CONTROL VALVE

Check the following.
• EVAP canister vent control valve is installed properly.

Refer to 

EC-622, "Removal and Installation"

.

• EVAP canister vent control valve.

Refer to 

EC-949, "Component Inspection"

.

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 8.

NG

>> Repair or replace EVAP canister vent control valve and O-ring.

8.

INSTALL THE PRESSURE PUMP

To locate the EVAP leak, install EVAP service port adapter and pres-
sure pump to EVAP service port (2) securely.
• EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve (1)
NOTE:
Improper installation of the EVAP service port adapter to the
EVAP service port may cause leaking.

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DTC P0455 EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM

With CONSULT-III>>GO TO 9.
Without CONSULT-III>>GO TO 10.

9.

CHECK FOR EVAP LEAK

 With CONSULT-III

1.

Turn ignition switch ON.

2.

Select “EVAP SYSTEM CLOSE” of “WORK SUPPORT” mode with CONSULT-III.

3.

Touch “START” and apply pressure into the EVAP line until the pressure indicator reaches the middle of
the bar graph.

CAUTION:

• Do not use compressed air or a high pressure pump.
• Do not exceed 4.12 kPa (0.042 kg/cm

2

, 0.6 psi) of pressure in the system.

4.

Using EVAP leak detector, locate the EVAP leak. For the leak
detector, refer to the instruction manual for more details.
Refer to 

EC-618, "Description"

.

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 11.

NG

>> Repair or replace.

10.

CHECK FOR EVAP LEAK

 Without CONSULT-III

1.

Turn ignition switch OFF.

2.

Apply 12 volts DC to EVAP canister vent control valve. The valve will close. (Continue to apply 12 volts
until the end of test.)

3.

Pressurize the EVAP line using pressure pump with 1.3 to 2.7 kPa (0.0133 to 0.028 kg/cm

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, 0.019 to

0.039 psi), then remove pump and EVAP service port adapter.

CAUTION:

• Do not use compressed air or a high pressure pump.
• Do not exceed 4.12 kPa (0.042 kg/cm

2

, 0.6 psi) of pressure in the system.

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