2002 ISUZU AXIOM tire pressure

6A±11
ENGINE MECHANICAL (6VE1 3.5L)
Condition CorrectionPossible cause
Engine overheatingLevel of Engine Coolant too lowReplenish
Fan clutch defectiveReplace
Incorrect fan installedReplace
Thermostat defectiveReplace
Engine Coolant pump defectiveCorrect or replace
Radiator cloggedClean or replace
Radiator filler cap defectiveReplace
Level of oil in engine crankcase too
low or wrong engine oilChange or replenish
Resistance in exhaust system
increasedClean exhaust system or replace
defective parts
Throttle Position Sensor adjustment
incorrectReplace with Throttle Valve ASM
Throttle Position Sensor circuit open
or shortedCorrect or replace
Cylinder head gasket damagedReplace
Engine overcoolingThermostat defectiveReplace (Use a thermostat set to
open at 82
C (180
F))
Engine lacks compressionÐÐÐÐRefer to Hard Start
OthersTire inflation pressure abnormalAdjust to recommended pressures
Brake dragAdjust
Clutch slippingAdjust or replace
Level of oil in engine crankcase too
highCorrect level of engine oil
Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve
defectiveReplace

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6VE1 3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
dissatisfaction. The following list of non-vehicle faults
does not include every possible fault and may not apply
equally to all product lines.
Fuel Quality
Fuel quality is not a new issue for the automotive industry,
but its potential for turning on the MIL (ªCheck Engineº
lamp) with OBD II systems is new.
Fuel additives such as ªdry gasº and ªoctane enhancersº
may affect the performance of the fuel. If this results in an
incomplete combustion or a partial burn, it will show up as
a Misfire DTC P0300. The Reed Vapor Pressure of the
fuel can also create problems in the fuel system,
especially during the spring and fall months when severe
ambient temperature swings occur. A high Reed Vapor
Pressure could show up as a Fuel Trim DTC due to
excessive canister loading. High vapor pressures
generated in the fuel tank can also affect the Evaporative
Emission diagnostic as well.
Using fuel with the wrong octane rating for the vehicle
may cause driveability problems. Many of the major fuel
companies advertise that using ªpremiumº gasoline will
improve the performance of the vehicle. Most premium
fuels use alcohol to increase the octane rating of the fuel.
Although alcohol-enhanced fuels may raise the octane
rating, the fuel's ability to turn into vapor in cold
temperatures deteriorates. This may affect the starting
ability and cold driveability of the engine.
Low fuel levels can lead to fuel starvation, lean engine
operation, and eventually engine misfire.
Non-OEM Parts
All of the OBD II diagnostics have been calibrated to run
with OEM parts. Something as simple as a
high-performance exhaust system that affects exhaust
system back pressure could potentially interfere with the
operation of the EGR valve and thereby turn on the MIL
(ªCheck Engineº lamp). Small leaks in the exhaust
system near the post catalyst oxygen sensor can also
cause the MIL (ªCheck Engineº lamp) to turn on.
Aftermarket electronics, such as transceivers, stereos,
and anti-theft devices, may radiate EMI into the control
system if they are improperly installed. This may cause a
false sensor reading and turn on the MIL (ªCheck Engineº
lamp).
Environment
Temporary environmental conditions, such as localized
flooding, will have an effect on the vehicle ignition system.
If the ignition system is rain-soaked, it can temporarily
cause engine misfire and turn on the MIL (ªCheck Engineº
lamp).
Refueling
A new OBD II diagnostic was introduced in 1996 on some
vehicles. This diagnostic checks the integrity of the entire
evaporative emission system. If the vehicle is restarted
after refueling and the fuel cap is not secured correctly,
the on-board diagnostic system will sense this as a
system fault and turn on the MIL (ªCheck Engineº lamp)
with a DTC P0440.Vehicle Marshaling
The transportation of new vehicles from the assembly
plant to the dealership can involve as many as 60 key
cycles within 2 to 3 miles of driving. This type of operation
contributes to the fuel fouling of the spark plugs and will
turn on the MIL (ªCheck Engineº lamp) with a P0300
Misfire DTC.
Poor Vehicle Maintenance
The sensitivity of OBD II diagnostics will cause the MIL
(ªCheck Engineº lamp) to turn on if the vehicle is not
maintained properly. Restricted air filters, fuel filters, and
crankcase deposits due to lack of oil changes or improper
oil viscosity can trigger actual vehicle faults that were not
previously monitored prior to OBD II. Poor vehicle
maintenance can't be classified as a ªnon-vehicle faultº,
but with the sensitivity of OBD II diagnostics, vehicle
maintenance schedules must be more closely followed.
Related System Faults
Many of the OBD II system diagnostics will not run if the
PCM detects a fault on a related system or component.
One example would be that if the PCM detected a Misfire
fault, the diagnostics on the catalytic converter would be
suspended until Misfire fault was repaired. If the Misfire
fault was severe enough, the catalytic converter could be
damaged due to overheating and would never set a
Catalyst DTC until the Misfire fault was repaired and the
Catalyst diagnostic was allowed to run to completion. If
this happens, the customer may have to make two trips to
the dealership in order to repair the vehicle.
Emissions Control Information Label
The engine compartment ªVehicle Emissions Control
Information Labelº contains important emission
specifications and setting procedures. In the upper left
corner is exhaust emission information. This identifies
the emission standard (Federal, California, or Canada) of
the engine, the displacement of the engine in liters, the
class of the vehicle, and the type of fuel metering system.
There is also an illustrated emission components and
vacuum hose schematic.
This label is located in the engine compartment of every
vehicle. If the label has been removed it should be
replaced. It can be ordered from Isuzu Dealership.
Visual / Physical Engine Compartment
Inspection
Perform a careful visual and physical engine
compartment inspection when performing any diagnostic
procedure or diagnosing the cause of an emission test
failure. This can often lead to repairing a problem without
further steps. Use the following guidelines when
performing a visual/physical inspection:

Inspect all vacuum hoses for pinches, cuts,
disconnections, and proper routing.

Inspect hoses that are difficult to see behind other
components.

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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0440 EVAP System
060RY00398
Circuit Description
The evaporative system includes the following
components:

Fuel tank

EVAP canister purge duty solenoid valve

Fuel tank (vapor) pressure sensor

Fuel pipes and hoses

Vapor lines

Fuel cap

Evaporative emissions canister

Purge lines

EVAP canister vent valve (purge solenoid)
The evaporative leak detection diagnostic strategy is
based on applying vacuum to the EVAP system and
monitoring vacuum decay. The powertrain control
module (PCM) monitors vacuum level via the fuel tank
pressure sensor input. At an appropriate time, the EVAP
canister purge solenoid and the EVAP canister vent
solenoid are turned ªONº, allowing engine vacuum to
draw a small vacuum on the entire evaporative emissions
system. If a sufficient vacuum level cannot be achieved, a
large leak or a faulty EVAP canister purge solenoid is
indicated. This can be caused by the following conditions:

Disconnected or faulty fuel tank pressure sensor

Missing or faulty fuel cap

Disconnected, damaged, pinched, or blocked EVAP
purge line

Disconnected or damaged EVAP vent hose
Disconnected, damaged, pinched, or blocked fuel tank
vapor line

Disconnected or faulty EVAP canister duty solenoid

Open ignition feed circuit to the EVAP canister vent
solenoid

Damaged EVAP canister

Leaking fuel sender assembly O-ring

Leaking fuel tank or fuel filler neck
Any of the above conditions can set DTC P0440.
Conditions for Setting the DTC

No TP sensor, IAT sensor, ECT sensor, or MAP sensor
DTCs set.

Start-up engine coolant temperature is less than 32
C
(90
F).

Start-up engine coolant temperature is not more than
7
C (13
F) greater than start-up intake air
temperature.

Start-up intake air temperature is greater than 4
C
(39
F) .

Start-up intake air temperature is not more than 2
C
(4
F) greater than start-up engine coolant
temperature.

Vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h).

Throttle position is greater than 3%.

Minimal fuel slosh.

BARO is greater than 70 kPa.

The EVAP system is unable to achieve or maintain
vacuum during the diagnostic test.

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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0442 EVAP System Small Leak Detected
060RY00398
Circuit Description
The evaporative system includes the following
components:

Fuel tank

EVAP canister vent solenoid

Fuel tank (vapor) pressure sensor

Fuel pipes and hoses

Vapor lines

Fuel cap

Evaporative emissions canister

Purge lines

EVAP canister purge solenoid
The evaporative leak detection diagnostic strategy is
based on applying vacuum to the EVAP system and
monitoring vacuum decay. The powertrain control
module (PCM) monitors vacuum level via the fuel tank
pressure sensor input. At an appropriate time, the EVAP
canister purge solenoid and the EVAP canister vent
solenoid are turned ªONº, allowing engine vacuum to
draw a small vacuum on the entire evaporative emissions
system. After the desired vacuum level has been
achieved, the EVAP canister purge solenoid is turned
ªOFFº, sealing the system. A leak is detected by
monitoring for a decrease in vacuum level over a given
time period, all other variables remaining constant. A
small leak in the system will cause DTC P0442 to be set.
Conditions for Setting the DTC

No TP sensor, ECT sensor, Tank pressure sensor, IAT
sensor, or MAP sensor DTCs set.

BARO is more than 70 kPa.

Engine speed is less than 1200 RPM.

Fuel level is between 15% and 85%.

Vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h).

The DTC P0440 diagnostic test has passed.

A vacuum decay condition, indicating a small leak, is
detected during the diagnostic test.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The PCM will ON the MIL after second trip with
detected fault.

The PCM will store conditions which were present
when the DTC was set as Freeze Frame and in the
Failure Records data.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

The PCM will turn the MIL ªOFFº on the third
consecutive trip cycle during which the diagnostic has
been run and the fault condition is no longer present.

A history DTC P0442 will clear after 40 consecutive
warm-up cycles have occurred without a fault.

DTC P0442 can be cleared by using the Tech 2 ªClear
Infoº function or by disconnecting the PCM battery
feed.

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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0444 EVAP Purge Control Circuit Open
060RY00398
Circuit Description
The canister purge solenoid valve is controlled by the
Power Train Control Module (PCM).The PCM monitors
vacuum level via the fuel tank pressure sensor input.
At an appropriate time, the EVAP canister purge solenoid
is ªON,º allowing engine vacuum to draw a small vacuum
on the entire evaporative emissions system.
Conditions for setting the DTC

The Ignition is ªONº.

Engine is running.

System voltage is between 11.5 volts and 16 volts.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The PCM will not illuminate the malfunction indicator
lamp (MIL).

The PCM will store conditions which were present
when the DTC was set in the Failure Records data only.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

The PCM will turn the MIL ªOFFº on the third
consecutive trip cycle during which the diagnostic has
been run and the fault condition is no longer present.

A history DTC P0444 will clear after 40 consecutive trip
cycles during which the warm up cycles have occurred
without a fault.
DTC P0444 can be cleared using the Tech 2 ªClear
Infoº function or by disconnecting the PCM battery
feed.
Diagnostic Aids
An intermittent may be caused by the following:

Poor connections.

Mis routed harness.

Rubbed through wire insulation.

Broken wire inside the insulation.
Check for the following conditions:

Poor connection at PCM-Inspect harness connectors
for backed out terminals, improper mating, broken
locks, improperly formed or damaged terminals, and
poor terminal to wire connection.

Damaged harness-Inspect the wiring harness for
damage. If the harness appears to be OK, observe the
EVAP purge solenoid display on the Tech 2 while
moving connectors and wiring harnesses related to the
sensor.
A change in the display will indicate the location of
the fault. If DTC P0444 cannot be duplicated, the
information included in the Failure Records data can
be useful in determined vehicle mileage since the
DTC was last set.
If it is determined that the DTC occurs intermittently,
performing the DTC P0444 Diagnostic Chart may
isolate the cause of the fault.

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6VE1 3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0445 EVAP Purge Control Circuit Short
060RY00398
Circuit Description
The canister purge solenoid valve is controlled by the
Power Train Control Module (PCM). The PCM monitors
vacuum level via the fuel tank pressure sensor input.
At an appropriate time, the EVAP canister purge solenoid
is ªON,º allowing engine vacuum to draw a small vacuum
on the entire evaporative emissions system.
Conditions for setting the DTC

The Ignition is ªONº.

Engine is running.

System voltage is between 11.5 volts and 16 volts.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The PCM will not illuminate the malfunction indicator
lamp (MIL).

The PCM will store conditions which were present
when the DTC was set in the Failure Records data only.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

The PCM will turn the MIL ªOFFº on the third
consecutive trip cycle during which the diagnostic has
been run and the fault condition is no longer present.

A history DTC P0445 will clear after 40 consecutive trip
cycles during which the warm up cycles have occurred
without a fault.
DTC P0445 can be cleared using the Tech 2 ªClear
Infoº function or by disconnecting the PCM battery
feed.
Diagnostic Aids
An intermittent may be caused by the following:

Poor connections.

Misrouted harness.

Rubbed through wire insulation.

Broken wire inside the insulation.
Check for the following conditions:

Poor connection at PCM-Inspect harness connectors
for backed out terminals, improper mating, broken
locks, improperly formed or damaged terminals, and
poor terminal to wire connection.

Damaged harness-Inspect the wiring harness for
damage. If the harness appears to be OK, observe the
EVAP purge solenoid display on the Tech 2 while
moving connectors and wiring harnesses related to the
sensor.
A change in the display will indicate the location of
the fault. If DTC P0445 cannot be duplicated, the
information included in the Failure Records data can
be useful in determined vehicle mileage since the
DTC was last set.
If it is determined that the DTC occurs intermittently,
performing the DTC P0445 Diagnostic Chart may
isolate the cause of the fault.

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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)
P0447 EVAP Vent Solenoid Circuit Open
060RY00398
Circuit Description
The canister purge solenoid valve is controlled by the
Power Train Control Module (PCM).The PCM monitors
vacuum level via the fuel tank pressure sensor input.
At an appropriate time, the EVAP canister vent solenoid is
ªON,º allowing engine vacuum to draw a small vacuum on
the entire evaporative emissions system.
Conditions for setting the DTC

The Ignition is ªONº.

Engine is running.

System voltage is between 11.5 volts and 16 volts.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The PCM will not illuminate the malfunction indicator
lamp (MIL).

The PCM will store conditions which were present
when the DTC was set in the Failure Records data only.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

The PCM will turn the MIL ªOFFº on the third
consecutive trip cycle during which the diagnostic has
been run and the fault condition is no longer present.

A history DTC P0447 will clear after 40 consecutive trip
cycles during which the warm up cycles have occurred
without a fault.
DTC P0447 can be cleared using the Tech 2 ªClear
Infoº function or by disconnecting the PCM battery
feed.
Diagnostic Aids
An intermittent may be caused by the following:

Poor connections.

Misrouted harness.

Rubbed through wire insulation.

Broken wire inside the insulation.
Check for the following conditions:

Poor connection at PCM-Inspect harness connectors
for backed out terminals, improper mating, broken
locks, improperly formed or damaged terminals, and
poor terminal to wire connection.

Damaged harness-Inspect the wiring harness for
damage. If the harness appears to be OK, observe the
EVAP vent valve display on the Tech 2 while moving
connectors and wiring harnesses related to the sensor.
A change in the display will indicate the location of
the fault. If DTC P0447 cannot be duplicated, the
information included in the Failure Records data can
be useful in determined vehicle mileage since the
DTC was last set.
If it is determined that the DTC occurs intermittently,
performing the DTC P0447 Diagnostic Chart may
isolate the cause of the fault.

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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)
P0448 EVAP Vent solenoid Circuit Short
060RY00398
Circuit Description
The canister purge solenoid valve is controlled by the
Power Train Control Module (PCM). The PCM monitors
vacuum level via the fuel tank pressure sensor input.
At an appropriate time, the EVAP canister vent solenoid is
ªON,º allowing engine vacuum to draw a small vacuum on
the entire evaporative emissions system.
Conditions for setting the DTC

The Ignition is ªONº.

Engine is running.

System voltage is between 11.5 volts and 16 volts.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The PCM will not illuminate the malfunction indicator
lamp (MIL).

The PCM will store conditions which were present
when the DTC was set in the Failure Records data only.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

The PCM will turn the MIL ªOFFº on the third
consecutive trip cycle during which the diagnostic has
been run and the fault condition is no longer present.

A history DTC P0448 will clear after 40 consecutive trip
cycles during which the warm up cycles have occurred
without a fault.
DTC P0448 can be cleared using the Tech 2 ªClear
Infoº function or by disconnecting the PCM battery
feed.
Diagnostic Aids
An intermittent may be caused by the following:

Poor connections.

Misrouted harness.

Rubbed through wire insulation.

Broken wire inside the insulation.
Check for the following conditions:

Poor connection at PCM-Inspect harness connectors
for backed out terminals, improper mating, broken
locks, improperly formed or damaged terminals, and
poor terminal to wire connection.

Damaged harness-Inspect the wiring harness for
damage. If the harness appears to be OK, observe the
EVAP vent valve display on the Tech 2 while moving
connectors and wiring harnesses related to the sensor.
A change in the display will indicate the location of
the fault. If DTC P0448 cannot be duplicated, the
information included in the Failure Records data can
be useful in determined vehicle mileage since the
DTC was last set.
If it is determined that the DTC occurs intermittently,
performing the DTC P0448 Diagnostic Chart may
isolate the cause of the fault.