Toyota
4Runner GRN210 215 UZN210 215
Repair Manual
1Gr-Fe Engine Control System
Sfi System
DTC P0450 Evaporative Emission Control System Pressure Sensor / Switch
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
| DTCs | Monitoring Items | Malfunction Detection Conditions | Trouble Areas | Detection Timings | Detection Logic |
| P0450 | Pressure sensor abnormal voltage fluctuation | Sensor output voltage rapidly fluctuates beyond upper and lower malfunction thresholds for 0.5 seconds. |
|
| 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 seconds. |
|
| 1 trip |
| P0453 | Pressure sensor voltage high | Sensor output voltage is more than 4.9 V for 0.5 seconds. |
|
| 1 trip |
- HINT:
- The pressure sensor is built into the pump module.
DESCRIPTION
The circuit description can be found in the EVAP (Evaporative Emission) System (Click here).MONITOR DESCRIPTION

- DTC P0450: Pressure sensor abnormal voltage fluctuation
If the pressure sensor voltage output rapidly fluctuates between less than 0.45 V and more than 4.9 V, the ECM interprets this as an open or short circuit malfunction in the pressure sensor or its circuit, and stops the EVAP (Evaporative Emission) system monitor. The ECM then illuminates the MIL and sets the DTC (1 trip detection logic). - DTC P0451: Pressure sensor noising or stuck
If the pressure sensor voltage output fluctuates rapidly for 10 seconds, the ECM stops the EVAP system monitor. The ECM interprets this as noise from the 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 for 10 seconds, the ECM interprets this as the sensor being stuck, and stops the monitor. The ECM then illuminates the MIL and sets the DTC.
(Both the malfunctions are detected by 2 trip detection logic) - DTC P0452: Pressure sensor voltage low
If the pressure sensor voltage output is below 0.45 V, the ECM interprets this as an open or short circuit malfunction in the 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: Pressure sensor voltage high
If the pressure sensor voltage output is 4.9 V or more, the ECM interprets this as an open or short circuit malfunction in the 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 | Pump module |
| Frequency of Operation | Once pre driving cycle |
| Duration | 0.5 seconds: P0450, P0452, P0453 Within 15 seconds: P0451 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Atmospheric pressure | 70 to 110 kPa (525 to 825 mmHg) |
| 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 (2.25 mmHg) or more | 10 times or more in 10 seconds |
| EVAP pressure change during reference pressure measurement | Less than 0.65 kPa (4.9 mmHg) |
| EVAP pressure | Less than 42.11 kPa (315.82mmHg), or more than 123.761 kPa (928.207 mmHg) |
| EVAP pressure | Less than 42.11 kPa (315.82 mmHg) |
| EVAP pressure | More than 123.761 kPa (928.207 mmHg) |
WIRING DIAGRAM

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 tank cap.
- Do not disassemble the pump module.
- The intelligent tester is required to conduct the following diagnostic troubleshooting procedure.
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch on (do not start the engine).
Turn the tester on.
Select the following menu items: DIAGNOSIS / ENHANCED OBD II / DTC INFO / CURRENT CODES.
Read DTCs.
Select the following menu items: DIAGNOSIS / ENHANCED OBD II / DATA LIST / PRIMARY / VAPOR PRESS.
Read the EVAP (Evaporative Emission) pressure displayed on the tester.
- Result:
Display (DTC Output) Test Results Suspected Trouble Areas Proceed to P0451 - Pressure sensor C P0452 Less than 45 kpa (338 mmHg) - Wire harness/connector (ECM - pressure sensor)
- Pressure sensor
- Short in ECM circuit
A P0453 More than 120 kPa (900 mmHg) - Wire harness/connector (ECM - pressure sensor)
- Pressure sensor
- Open in ECM circuit
B - Wire harness/connector (ECM - pressure sensor)
| Go to step 4 | |||
| GO TO EVAP SYSTEM | |||
| A | |
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Turn the ignition switch off.
Disconnect the E8 ECM connector.
Measure the resistance between PPMP terminal of the ECM connector and the body ground.
- Result:
Test Results Suspected Trouble Areas Proceed to 10 Ω or less - Wire harness/connector (ECM - pressure sensor)
- Short in pressure sensor circuit
A 10 Ω or more - Wire harness/connector (ECM - pressure sensor)
- Short in ECM circuit
B - Wire harness/connector (ECM - pressure sensor)
Reconnect the ECM connector.
| Go to step 8 | |||
| A | |
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Disconnect the L4 canister connector.
Disconnect the E8 ECM connector.
Measure the resistance between PPMP terminal of the ECM connector and the body ground.
- Result:
Test Results Suspected Trouble Areas Proceed to 10 kΩ or more Short in pressure sensor circuit A 10 kΩ or less Short in wire harness/connector (ECM - pressure sensor) B
Reconnect the canister connector.
Reconnect the ECM connector.
| Go to step 6 | |||
| A | |
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Replace charcoal canister assembly (Click here).
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch on and turn the tester on.
Wait for at least 60 seconds.
Select the following menu items on the tester: DIAGNOSIS / ENHANCED OBD II / DTC INFO / PENDING CODES.
- HINT:
- If no pending DTC is displayed on the tester, the repair has been successfully completed.
| NEXT | |
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| COMPLETED | |

Disconnect the L4 canister connector.
Turn the ignition switch on.
Measure the voltage and resistance of the L4 canister connector.
- Standard:
Tester Connections Specified Conditions L4-4 - Body ground Between 4.5 V and 5.5 V L4-3 - Body ground Between 4.5 V and 5.5 V L4-2 - Body ground 100 Ω or less
- Result:
Test Results Suspected Trouble Areas Proceed to Voltage and resistance is within standard ranges Open in pressure sensor circuit A Voltage and resistance is outside standard ranges Open in wire harness/connector (ECM - pressure sensor) B
Reconnect the canister connector.
| Go to step 7 | |||
| A | |
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Replace charcoal canister assembly (Click here).
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch on and turn the tester on.
Wait for at least 60 seconds.
Select the following menu items on the tester: DIAGNOSIS / ENHANCED OBD II / DTC INFO / PENDING CODES.
- HINT:
- If no pending DTC is displayed on the tester, the repair has been successfully completed.
| NEXT | |
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| COMPLETED | |
Repair or replace wire harness or connectors.
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch on and turn the tester on.
Wait for at least 60 seconds.
Select the following menu items on the tester: DIAGNOSIS / ENHANCED OBD II / DTC INFO / PENDING CODES.
- HINT:
- If no pending DTC is displayed on the tester, the repair has been successfully completed.
| NEXT | |
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| COMPLETED | |
Replace the ECM (Click here).
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch on and turn the tester on.
Wait for at least 60 seconds.
Select the following menu items on the tester: DIAGNOSIS / ENHANCED OBD II / DTC INFO / PENDING CODES.
- HINT:
- If no pending DTC is displayed on the tester, the repair has been successfully completed.
| NEXT | |
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| COMPLETED | |



