TSB : Flow Meter Test - Leak Detection

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CAUTION: Refer to Fuel and Evaporative Emission Hose/Pipe Connection Cleaning Caution . Open the Nitrogen tank valve and turn the NITROGEN / SMOKE valve on the front control panel to NITROGEN. Connect the hose to the correct test orifice on the bottom front of the tester. For orifice size, refer to the vehicle specific information found in service procedures for DTCs that relate to EVAP system leaks. Press and release the remote switch to activate the tester. NOTE: The tester will time out after about 15 min. You may press the remote switch to reactivate the tester as desired. Position the sliding red flag on the flow meter to align with the floating indicator. When the red flag is set, press and release the remote switch to deactivate the tester. Remove the hose from the test orifice and install the hose onto the vehicle. For proper connection location, and the special tool numbers for any adapters that may be required, refer to the service procedures for DTCs that relate to EVAP system leaks. Ignition ON, seal the EVAP system per instructions in the service procedures for DTCs that relate to EVAP system leaks. Most systems can be sealed using a scan tool output control for the EVAP Vent Solenoid Valve, other systems require that the vent system be plugged. NOTE: Larger volume fuel tanks, and/or those with lower fuel levels, may require several minutes to fill with nitrogen. Static buildup may cause the float indicator to stick. It may be necessary to tap on the flow meter to free up the float. If fuel level is 90% or greater it will take longer to fill the system with smoke because the fuel fill tube check valve will be closed and force any smoke to pass through the on-board refueling vapor recovery pipe and orifice. Press and release the remote switch to activate the nitrogen flow and fill the system. Verify the stable floating indicator position to the red flag. Above the red flag, result is unacceptable - fail Go to the Smoke Procedure Below the red flag - pass. Test complete Press and release the remote switch to deactivate the tester.