FixVault

Component Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Infiniti M37. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. CHECK FUEL TANK VACUUM RELIEF VALVE
    1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
    2. Remove fuel filler cap.
    3. Wipe clean valve housing.
      Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Filler Cap Components
      G04874784Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    4. Check valve opening pressure and vacuum.

      Pressure: 15.3 - 20.0 kPa (0.156 - 0.204 kg/cm 2  , 2.22 - 2.90 psi) 

      Vacuum: -6.0 to -3.3 kPa (-0.061 to -0.034 kg/cm 2  , -0.87 to -0.48 psi) 

      Fig 2: Checking Valve Opening Pressure And Vacuum
      G04874785Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

      Is the inspection result normal? 

      YES: INSPECTION END

      NO: GO TO 2.

  2. REPLACE FUEL FILLER CAP

    Replace fuel filler cap.

    CAUTION: Use only a genuine fuel filler cap as a replacement. If an incorrect fuel filler cap is used, the MIL may illuminate.

    INSPECTION END