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Component Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Infiniti FX37. 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 Spring, Pressure Valve, Vacuum Valve, Plate And Gasket
      G09000914Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    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 Using Tool
      G09000915Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

      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