Infiniti M35/M45 Y50. Manual - part 480

DTC P0442 EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM

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Make sure that “OK” is displayed.
If “NG” is displayed, refer to 

EC-393, "Diagnostic Procedure"

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NOTE:
Make sure that EVAP hoses are connected to EVAP canister
purge volume control solenoid valve properly.

 WITH GST

NOTE:
Be sure to read the explanation of 

EC-65, "Driving Pattern"

  before driving vehicle.

1.

Start engine.

2.

Drive vehicle according to 

EC-65, "Driving Pattern"

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3.

Stop vehicle.

4.

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

5.

Select Service $07 with GST.

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If P0442 is displayed on the screen, go to 

EC-393, "Diagnostic Procedure"

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If P0441 is displayed on the screen, go to 

EC-388, "Diagnostic Procedure"

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Diagnostic 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.
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.

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4. 

CHECK FUEL TANK VACUUM RELIEF VALVE

Refer to 

EC-42, "FUEL TANK VACUUM RELIEF VALVE (BUILT INTO FUEL FULLER CAP)"

 .

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 5.

NG

>> Replace fuel filler cap with a genuine one.

5. 

INSTALL THE PRESSURE PUMP

To locate the EVAP leak, install EVAP service port adapter and pres-
sure pump to EVAP service port securely.

NOTE:
Improper installation of the EVAP service port adapter to the
EVAP service port may cause leaking.

With CONSULT-II>>GO TO 6.
Without CONSULT-II>>GO TO 7.

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6. 

CHECK FOR EVAP LEAK

 With CONSULT-II

1.

Turn ignition switch ON.

2.

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

3.

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

CAUTION:

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Never use compressed air or a high pressure pump.

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Do not exceed 4.12 kPa (0.042 kg/cm

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sure 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-40, "EVAPORATIVE EMISSION LINE DRAWING"

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OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 8.

NG

>> Repair or replace.

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7. 

CHECK FOR EVAP LEAK

 Without CONSULT-II

1.

Turn ignition switch OFF.

2.

Apply 12 volts DC to EVAP canister vent control valve (1). The
valve will close. (Continue to apply 12 volts until the end of test.)

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Illustration shows the view from under the vehicle

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: Vehicle front

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EVAP canister (2)

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EVAP control system pressure sensor (3)

3.

Pressurize the EVAP line using pressure pump with 1.3 to 2.7
kPa (10 to 20 mmHg, 0.39 to 0.79 inHg), then remove pump and
EVAP service port adapter.

CAUTION:

●

Never use compressed air or a high pressure pump.

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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-40, "EVAPORATIVE EMISSION LINE DRAWING"

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OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 8.

NG

>> Repair or replace.

8. 

CHECK EVAP CANISTER VENT CONTROL VALVE

Check the following.

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EVAP canister vent control valve is installed properly.
Refer to 

EC-43, "Removal and Installation"

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EVAP canister vent control valve.
Refer to 

EC-420, "Component Inspection"

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OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 9.

NG

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

9. 

CHECK IF EVAP CANISTER SATURATED WITH WATER

1.

Remove EVAP canister with EVAP canister vent control valve and EVAP control system pressure sensor
attached.

2.

Does water drain from the EVAP canister (1)?

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EVAP canister vent control valve (2)

Yes or No

Yes

>> GO TO 10.

No (With CONSULT-II)>>GO TO 12.
No (Without CONSULT-II)>>GO TO 13.

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