P0496
DTC P0496
Diagnostic Instructions
* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptor
DTC P0496
- Evaporative Emission (EVAP) System Flow During Non-Purge
Circuit/System Description
This DTC tests for undesired intake manifold vacuum flow to the evaporative emission (EVAP) system. The engine control module (ECM) seals the EVAP system by commanding the EVAP purge solenoid valve OFF and the vent solenoid valve ON. The ECM monitors the fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor to determine if a vacuum is being drawn on the EVAP system. If vacuum in the EVAP system is more than a predetermined value within a predetermined time, this DTC sets.
The following table illustrates the relationship between the ON and OFF states, and the Open or Closed states of the EVAP purge and vent solenoid valves.
Conditions for Running the DTC
* DTCs P00C8, P00C9 P010C, P010D, P16F3, P0068, P0101, P0102, P0103, P0111, P0112, P0113, P0114, P0116, P0117, P0118, P0122, P0123, P0125, P0128, P160E, P160D, P0191, P0192, P0193, P0222, P0223, P0443, P0449, P0452, P0453, P0454, P0502 P0503, P0606, P0722, P0723, P1104, P2100, P2101, P2102, P2103, P2227, P2228, P2229, P2135, P2230 are not set.
* The ignition voltage is between 11-32 V.
* The engine OFF time is greater than 8 h,
* The barometric pressure (BARO) is greater than 70 kPa.
* The fuel level is between 10-90 %.
* The startup engine coolant temperature (ECT) is less than 35°C (95°F).
* The startup intake air temperature (IAT) is between 4-30°C (39-86°F).
* DTC P0496 runs once per cold start, for up to 17 min, when the above conditions are met.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The ECM detects more than 10 in H2O vacuum for 5 s during a non-purge condition.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
DTC P0496 is a Type B DTC.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
DTC P0496 is a Type B DTC.
Diagnostic Aids
An intermittent condition could be caused by an improperly installed or damaged EVAP purge solenoid valve or by a temporary blockage or restriction in the EVAP purge solenoid valve.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Engine Controls Schematics [1][2]Electrical Diagrams
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End Views Outside Rearview Mirror - Driver
Description and Operation
Evaporative Emission Control System Description Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
* Circuit Testing Circuit Testing
* Connector Repairs Connector Repairs
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
* Wiring Repairs Wiring Repairs
DTC Type Reference
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
1. Ignition ON, engine OFF, seal the EVAP system using the Purge/Seal function with a scan tool.
2. Start the engine.
3. Observe the FTP sensor with a scan tool. FTP sensor parameter should be less than 1.7 V after 90 s.
• If the FTP sensor parameter is greater than the specified range, go to Circuit/System Testing.
4. Operate the vehicle within the conditions for running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the freeze frame/failure records data.
Circuit/System Testing
1. Ignition ON, engine OFF.
2. Seal the EVAP system using the Purge/Seal function with a scan tool.
3. Start the engine.
4. Observe the FTP sensor with a scan tool. The FTP sensor parameter should be less than 1.7 V after 90 s.
• If not within the specified range, replace the Q12 Evaporative Emission Purge Solenoid Valve.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification Verification Tests after completing the diagnostic procedure.
Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Solenoid Valve Replacement Service and Repair