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Diagnostic Test

  1. VEHICLE HISTORY AND SERVICE BULLETIN INVESTIGATION 
    1. Ignition on, engine not running.
    2. With the scan tool, select View DTCs. Record the related Freeze Frame data if any DTCs are present.
    3. Whether or not any DTCs are active you will want to check the following items which may assist in repairing the customer's complaint successfully.
    4. Check the vehicles repair history.
    5. If the vehicle has a repair history that pertains to the customer's current complaint, review the repair.
    6. Inspect the vehicle for any aftermarket accessories that may have been installed incorrectly.
    7. Check for any service bulletin(s) related to the customer's complaint or DTCs.
    8. If a service bulletin applies, follow the instructions per the service bulletin.

      Choose the following scenario that best applies.

      The service bulletin repaired the customer's complaint. 

      • Testing complete.

      A DTC is present, no service bulletins apply or the service bulletin didn't repair the customer's complaint. 

      • Go to step  2
  2. ACTIVE DTC 
    NOTE: Allow the vehicle to reach ambient temperature before continuing with this procedure.
    NOTE: A loose gas cap could have caused this DTC to set. Make sure the gas cap is tight and in good condition.
    NOTE: If the customer is experiencing an early fuel shut off during the fuel filling process along with P0440, P0441 and P0452 setting, you need to check for restrictions in the Evaporative Purge tubes/hoses as well as the Fresh Air Filter before continuing.
    1. Start the engine.
    2. Allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature.
    3. With the scan tool, select View DTCs.
      NOTE: It may be necessary to drive the vehicle to meet the conditions to set this DTC, try to repeat the conditions in which the fault originally set by reviewing the Freeze Frame data.

      Is the DTC Active or Pending at this time?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  3

      No 

  3. VISUAL AND PHYSICAL INSPECTION 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Perform a visual and physical inspection of the entire Evaporative Emission system.
    3. Check for the following conditions:
      • Hoses disconnected or left off
      • Holes or cracks
      • Loose seal points
      • Evidence of damaged components
      • Incorrect routing of hoses and tubes
      • Fuel Cap left off or bad gasket seal

      Were any of the above conditions found?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  4
  4. EVAPORATIVE VACUUM SUPPLY HOSE INSPECTION 
    1. Carefully inspect the EVAP Purge Solenoid vacuum supply hose for proper routing.
    2. Check for a pinched or plugged hose from the throttle body or intake manifold to the Purge Solenoid.
    3. Make sure the vacuum port at the throttle body or intake manifold is free from any blockage.

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  5
  5. EVAP PURGE SOLENOID 
    NOTE: To continue testing you will need the Evaporative Emission Leak Detector (EELD) 8404A.
    WARNING: Keep lit cigarettes, sparks, flames, and other ignition sources away from the test area to prevent the ignition of explosive gases, Keep the test area well ventilated.
    1. Connect the red power lead of the EELD to the battery positive terminal and the black ground lead to battery negative terminal.
    2. Disconnect the vacuum hoses at the EVAP Purge Solenoid.
    3. Connect the SMOKE supply tip (black hose) to the "CAN" port on the EVAP Purge Solenoid.
    4. Set the smoke/air control switch to SMOKE.
    5. While still holding the remote smoke/air start button, check to see if smoke is exiting the purge valve. This indicates that there is a leak internal to the purge valve.
      NOTE: This is an optional method of checking the purge valve for leaks if the EELD is unavailable.
    6. Disconnect the Smoke supply tip from the vacuum supply hoses at the EVAP Purge Solenoid.
    7. Using a hand vacuum pump, apply 10 inches of Hg to the "CAN" side of the EVAP Purge Solenoid.
    8. Observe the vacuum gauge for at least 15 seconds.

      Is smoke visible from the EVAP Purge Solenoid or NOT hold a vacuum?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  6
  6. ESIM SWITCH STATE 
    Fig 1: ESIM Switch Harness Connector
    GC0090816Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Connect the previously disconnected vacuum hose.
    3. Disconnect the ESIM Switch harness connector.
    4. Ignition on, engine not running.
    5. Monitor the ESIM Switch state on the scan tool.
    6. Carefully connect a jumper wire between the (K107) ESIM Signal circuit and the (Z910) Ground circuit in the ESIM Switch harness connector.
    7. Monitor the ESIM Switch state on the scan tool.

      Did the Switch change from OPEN to CLOSED when the jumper wire was installed?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  9

      No 

      • Go to step  7
        NOTE: Remove the jumper wire before continuing.
  7. EXCESSIVE RESISTANCE IN THE (K107) ESIM SIGNAL CIRCUIT 
    Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Of (K107) ESIM Signal Circuit From ESIM Switch Harness Connector To Appropriate Terminal Of PCM Pinout Box 8815
    GC0090817Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the C3 PCM harness connector.
      CAUTION: Do not probe the PCM harness connectors. Probing the PCM harness connectors will damage the PCM terminals resulting in poor terminal to pin connection. Install PCM Pinout Box 8815 to perform diagnosis.
    3. Measure the resistance of the (K107) ESIM Signal circuit from the ESIM harness connector to the appropriate terminal of the PCM Pinout Box 8815.

      Is the resistance below 5.0 Ohms?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  8

      No 

  8. EXCESSIVE RESISTANCE IN THE (Z910) GROUND CIRCUIT 
    Fig 3: Using 12-Volt Test Light Connected To B+ To Probe (Z914) Ground Circuit In ESIM Switch Harness Connector
    GC0090818Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1. Using a 12-volt test light connected to B+, probe the (Z910) Ground circuit in the ESIM harness connector.
      NOTE: The test light should illuminate brightly. Compare the brightness to that of a direct connection to B- (ground).

      Does the test light illuminate brightly?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  14

      No 

  9. VERIFY EVAPORATIVE EMISSION LEAK 
    WARNING: Keep lit cigarettes, sparks, flames, and other ignition sources away from the test area to prevent the ignition of explosive gases. Keep the test area well ventilated. Failure to do so may result in possible serious or fatal injury.
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. To continue testing you will need the Evaporative Emission Leak Detector (EELD) 8404A.
      NOTE: The fuel tank should have between 20% and 80% of fuel tank capacity to properly test the Evaporative system.
    3. Connect the red power lead of EELD to the battery positive terminal and the black ground lead to battery negative terminal.
    4. Block the vent hose of the Evaporative Canister.
    5. Connect shop air to the EELD.
    6. Set the smoke/air control switch to AIR.
    7. Insert the tester's AIR supply tip (clear hose) into the.040 orifice on the tester's control panel.
    8. Press the remote smoke/air start button.
    9. Position the red flag on the air flow meter so it is aligned with the indicator ball.
    10. When the calibration is complete, release the remote button. The EELD flow meter is now calibrated in liters per minute.
    11. Install the service port adapter 8404-14 on the vehicle's service port (if equipped) or install the adapter 8404-ADP into the filter line.
    12. Connect the Air supply hose from the EELD to the service port (if equipped) or to the adapter 8404-ADP.
    13. Press the remote button to activate AIR flow.
    14. Compare the flow meter indicator ball reading to the red flag.
    15. ABOVE the red flag indicates a leak present.
    16. BELOW the red flag indicates a sealed system.

      Is the indicator ball above the red flag?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  10

      No 

      • Go to step  12
  10. EVAPORATIVE EMISSION LEAK DETECTION 
    NOTE: A thorough visual inspection of the Evaporative system hoses, tubes and connections may save time in your diagnosis. Look for any physical damage or signs of wetness at connections. The strong smell of fuel vapors may aid diagnosis also.
    1. Remove the Air supply hose from the service port or the adapter 8404-ADP.
    2. Connect the SMOKE supply tip (black hose) to the service port (if equipped) or to the adapter 8404-ADP.
    3. Set the smoke/air control switch to SMOKE.
      NOTE: The flow meter indicator ball will not move at this point.
    4. Press the remote smoke/air start button.
      NOTE: Make sure that smoke has filled the Evaporative system by continuing to press the remote smoke/air start button, remove the vehicle fuel cap and wait for the smoke to exit. Once smoke is indicated reinstall the fuel cap.
      NOTE: For optimal performance, introduce smoke into the system for an additional 60 seconds; continue introducing smoke at 15 second intervals, as necessary.
    5. While still holding the remote smoke/air start button, use the white light 8404-CLL to follow the Evaporative system path and look for the source of the leak indicated by exiting smoke.
    6. If a leak is concealed from view (i.e., top of fuel tank), release the remote smoke/air start button and use the ultraviolet (UV) black light 8404-UVL and the yellow goggles 8404-20 to look for residual traces of dye that are left behind by the smoke.
    7. The exiting smoke deposits a residual fluid that is either bright green or bright yellow in color when viewed with a UV light.
      NOTE: The Evaporative System is divided into three zones. A leak from any of these zones can cause this DTC to set. The lists below specify the possible leak points in that specific zone. For further assistance see the Zone Identification Charts below.
      Fig 4: Identifying EVAP System Zone 1
      GC0081311Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
      Fig 5: Identifying EVAP System Zone 2
      GC0081312Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
      Fig 6: Identifying EVAP System Zone 3
      GC0081313Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
      NOTE: Carefully inspect the vent side of the Evaporative Canister. Due to the filtering system in the canister the smoke or dye may or may not be visible. Introducing smoke into the filtered side of the canister may assist in locating the leak.

      Select the appropriate response from the list below:

      A leak was found at the gas cap or fuel filler tube. 

      • Go to step  11

      A leak was found in one or more of the Evaporative System zones. 

      No leaks were detected. 

      • Go to step  12

    ZONE 1

    1. Fuel Cap
    2. Recirculation Check Valve
    3. Vapor Recirculation Line
    4. Signal Vapor Line for FVM
    5. Flow Management Valve
    6. Fuel Tank to Canister Vapor Line
    7. Fuel Tank Vent (Check Valve)
    8. Vapor Line to Canister
    9. Flow Control Orifice
    10. Control Valve
    11. Liquid Trap
    12. Fuel Tank
    13. Check valve
    14. Fuel Fill Tube to Tank connector
    15. Fuel Fill Tube

    ZONE 2

    1. Filter
    2. ESIM switch
    3. Canister Vent Line
    4. Evaporative Canister
    5. Chassis Purge Valve
    6. Fuel Tank to Canister Vapor Line connection
    7. Evaporative Purge connection

    ZONE 3

    1. Evaporative Purge Vacuum Line
    2. Connection to Chassis Line
    3. Connection to Canister
    4. Chassis Purge Line
    5. Evaporative Purge Vacuum Line
    6. Connection to Evaporative Purge Harness
    7. Chassis Evaporative Purge Line connection to Engine Vacuum
    8. EVAP Purge Valve
    9. Service Port
  11. LEAK AT GAS CAP 
    1. Remove the SMOKE supply tip (black hose) from the service port (if equipped) or to the adapter 8404-ADP.
    2. Install Leak Check Adapter 8382 (1/4 turn cap) or Fuel Tank Adapter 6922 (screw on cap) and Leak Check Adapter 8399 (secondary seal depressor) and repeat step 10.
      NOTE: The gas cap adapter is being used as a known good cap.

      Was a leak found at the gas cap adapter?

      Yes 

      No 

  12. EVAPORATIVE PURGE HOSE/TUBE AND FRESH AIR FILTER OBSTRUCTION 
    1. Inspect the Evaporative Purge hose/tube for proper routing and installation between the EVAP Purge Solenoid and the Fuel Tank between the Fuel Tank and the EVAP Purge Canister
    2. Make sure the hose/tube and fresh air filter are not damaged, kinked and free from any obstructions.

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  13
  13. EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM INTEGRITY MONITOR SWITCH 
    1. Use the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connections between the ESIM Switch and the PCM.
    2. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched or partially broken wires.
    3. Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals. Verify that there is good pin to terminal contact in the ESIM Switch and the Powertrain Control Module connectors.
    4. Look for any broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals.
    5. Perform any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      No 

  14. POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) 
    1. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors between the EVAP Purge Solenoid Assembly, ESIM switch and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
    2. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched or partially broken wires.
    3. Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals. Verify that there is good pin to terminal contact in the Switch, Solenoid and the Powertrain Control Module connectors.
    4. Perform any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.

      Were there any problems found?

      Yes 

      No