Toyota
4Runner GRN210 215 UZN210 215
Repair Manual
2Uz-Fe Engine Control System
Sfi System
DTC P0450 Evaporative Emission Control System Pressure Sensor Malfunction
DTC P0451 Evaporative Emission Control System Pressure Sensor Range / Performance
DTC P0452 Evaporative Emission Control System Pressure Sensor / Switch Low Input
DTC P0453 Evaporative Emission Control System Pressure Sensor / Switch High Input
DTC SUMMARY
| DTC No. | Monitoring Items | Malfunction Detection Conditions | Trouble Area | Detection Timing | Detection Logic |
| P0450 | Pressure sensor voltage abnormal fluctuation | Sensor output voltage rapidly fluctuates beyond upper and lower malfunction thresholds for 0.5 second. |
|
| 1 trip |
| P0451 | Pressure sensor noising | Sensor output voltage fluctuates frequently in certain time period. |
|
| 2 trip |
| P0451 | Pressure sensor stuck | Sensor output voltage does vary in certain time period. |
| EVAP monitoring (ignition OFF) | 2 trip |
| P0452 | Pressure sensor voltage low | Sensor output voltage is less than 0.45 V for 0.5 second. |
|
| 1 trip |
| P0453 | Pressure sensor voltage high | Sensor output voltage is more than 4.9 V for 0.5 second. |
|
| 1 trip |
- HINT:
- The Canister pressure sensor is built into the canister pump module.
DESCRIPTION
The circuit description can be found in the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) system (Click here).MONITOR DESCRIPTION
DTC P0450: Canister pressure sensor output abnormal fluctuation
If the canister pressure sensor output rapidly fluctuates between less than 42.1 kPa and more than 123.8 kPa, the ECM interprets this as an open or short circuit malfunction in the canister pressure sensor or its circuit, and stops the EVAP system monitor. The ECM then illuminates the MIL and sets the DTC (1 trip detection logic).- DTC P0451: Canister pressure sensor noise or stuck
If the canister pressure sensor voltage output fluctuates rapidly for 15 seconds, the ECM stops the EVAP system monitor. The ECM interprets this as noise from the canister pressure sensor, and stops the EVAP system monitor. The ECM then illuminates the MIL and sets the DTC.
Alternatively, if the sensor voltage output does not change, the ECM interprets this as the sensor being stuck, and stops the monitor. The ECM then illuminates the MIL and sets the DTC.
(Both of the malfunctions are detected by 2 trip detection logic). - DTC P0452: Canister pressure sensor voltage low
If the canister pressure sensor output is below 42.1 kPa, the ECM interprets this as an open or short circuit malfunction in the canister pressure sensor or its circuit, and stops the EVAP system monitor. The ECM then illuminates the MIL and sets the DTC (1 trip detection logic). - DTC P0453: Canister pressure sensor voltage high
If the canister pressure sensor output is 123.8 kPa or more, the ECM interprets this as an open or short circuit malfunction in the canister pressure sensor or its circuit, and stops the EVAP system monitor. The ECM then illuminates the MIL and sets the DTC (1 trip detection logic).
MONITOR STRATEGY
| Related DTCs | P0450: Evaporative emission control system pressure sensor/switch chattering P0451: Evaporative emission control system pressure sensor noise P0451: Evaporative emission control system pressure sensor stuck P0452: Evaporative emission control system pressure sensor/switch low input P0453: Evaporative emission control system pressure sensor/switch high input |
| Required Sensors/Components | Canister pump module |
| Frequency of Operation | Once per driving cycle: P0451 sensor stuck Continuous: P0451 sensor noise, P0450, P0452 and P0453 |
| Duration | 0.5 seconds: P0450, P0452, P0453 15 seconds: P0451 sensor noise |
| MIL Operation | Immediate: P0450, P0452, P0453 2 driving cycles: P0451 |
| Sequence of Operation | None |
TYPICAL ENABLING CONDITIONS
| The monitor will run whenever these DTCs are not present | None |
| Atmospheric pressure | 70 to 110 kPa (525 to 825 mmHg) |
| Battery voltage | 10.5 V or more |
| IAT | 4.4 to 35°C (40 to 95°F) |
| EVAP pressure sensor malfunction (P0450, P0452, P0453) | Not detected |
| Either of the following conditions is met | Condition 1 or 2 |
| 1. Time after key off | 5 or 7 or 9.5 hours |
| 2. Engine condition | Running |
| Atmospheric pressure | 70 to 110 kPa (525 to 825 mmHg) |
| Battery voltage | 10.5 V or more |
| IAT | 4.4 to 35°C (40 to 95°F) |
| EVAP pressure sensor malfunction (P0450, P0452, P0453) | Not detected |
| Time after key off | 5 or 7 or 9.5 hours |
| Battery voltage | 8 V or more |
| Ignition switch | ON |
| Starter | OFF |
TYPICAL MALFUNCTION THRESHOLDS
| Frequency that EVAP pressure change is 0.3 kPa or more | 10 times or more for 10 sec. |
| EVAP pressure change during reference pressure measurement | Less than 0.65 kPa (4.9 mmHg) |
| EVAP pressure | Less than 42.11 kPa (316 mmHg), or more than 123.761 kPa (928 mmHg) |
| EVAP pressure | Less than 42.11 kPa (316 mmHg) |
| EVAP pressure | More than 123.761 kPa (928 mmHg) |
WIRING DIAGRAM
Refer to EVAP System (Click here).INSPECTION PROCEDURE
- NOTICE:
- When a vehicle is brought into the workshop, leave it as it is. Do not change the vehicle condition. For example, do not tighten the fuel cap.
- Do not disassemble the canister pump module.
- The intelligent tester is required to conduct the following diagnostic troubleshooting procedure.
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3 with CAN VIM.
Turn the ignition switch ON and turn the intelligent tester ON.
Enter the following menus: DIAGNOSIS / ENHANCED OBD II / DTC INFO / CURRENT CODES.
Read the values.
Enter the following menus: DIAGNOSIS / ENHANCED OBD II / DATA LIST / EVAP / VAPOR PRESS.
Read the EVAP pressure displayed on the intelligent tester.
- Result:
Display (DTC Output) Test Result Suspected Trouble Areas Proceed to P0451 - - Canister pressure sensor
A P0452 Less than 45 kPa (338 mmHg) - Wire harness/connector (ECM - canister pressure sensor)
- Canister pressure sensor
- Short in ECM circuit
B P0453 More than 120 kPa (900 mmHg) - Wire harness/connector (ECM - canister pressure sensor)
- Canister pressure sensor
- Open in ECM circuit
C - Canister pressure sensor
| GO TO EVAP SYSTEM | |||
| Go to step 4 | |||
| B | |
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Disconnect the E8 ECM connector.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Measure the resistance of the wire harness side connectors.
- Result:
Test Results Suspected Trouble Areas Proceed to 10 Ω or less - Wire harness/connector (ECM - canister pressure sensor)
- Short in canister pressure sensor circuit
A 10 kΩ or more - Wire harness/connector (ECM - canister pressure sensor)
- Short in ECM circuit
B - Wire harness/connector (ECM - canister pressure sensor)
Reconnect the ECM connector.
| Go to step 7 | |||
| A | |
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Disconnect the L4 canister connector.
Disconnect the E8 ECM connector.
Measure the resistance of the wire harness side connectors.
- Result:
Test Results Suspected Trouble Areas Proceed to 10 kΩ or more - Short in canister pressure sensor circuit
A 10 Ω or less - Short in wire harness / connector (ECM - canister pressure sensor)
B - Short in canister pressure sensor circuit
Reconnect the canister connector.
Reconnect the ECM connector.
| Go to step 5 | |||
| Go to step 6 | |||

Disconnect the L4 canister connector.
Turn the ignition switch ON.
Measure the voltage of the canister pump module connector.
- Standard voltage:
Tester Connections Specified Conditions L4-4 - Body ground 4.5 to 5.0 V L4-3 - Body ground 4.5 to 5.0 V
Measure the resistance of the canister pump module connector.
- Standard resistance:
Tester Connections Specified Conditions L4-2 - Body ground 100 Ω or less
- Result:
Test Results Suspected Trouble Areas Proceed to Voltage and resistance within standard ranges - Open in canister pressure sensor circuit
A Voltage and resistance outside standard ranges - Open in wire harness/connector (ECM - canister pressure sensor)
B - Open in canister pressure sensor circuit
Connect the canister connector.
| Go to step 6 | |||
| A | |
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Replace canister assembly (Click here).
| Go to step 8 | |||
- HINT:
- If the exhaust tail pipe has been removed, go to the next step before reinstalling it.
| Go to step 8 | |||
Replace ECM (Click here).
| NEXT | |
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Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3 with CAN VIM.
Turn the ignition switch ON and turn the intelligent tester ON.
Wait for at least 60 seconds.
Enter the following menus: DIAGNOSIS / ENHANCED OBD II / DTC INFO / PENDING CODES.
- HINT:
- If no pending DTC is displayed on the intelligent tester, the repair has been successfully completed.
| NEXT | |
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| COMPLETED | |



