How to fix PO 4055 for a 2001 Ford Taurus (EVAP emission control system leak (large)

Possible causes
- Missing or loose fuel cap
- Incorrect fuel filler cap used
- Fuel filler cap remains open or fails to close
- Foreign matter caught in fuel filler cap
- EVAP canister or fuel tank leaks
- EVAP system hose leaking
- Fuel tank leaking
What does this mean? Tech notes
The P0455 it's a very common code, because the code is set if the gas cap is loose or missing. Start by tighten the gas cap and clearing the code. In most cases the code can be clear by disconnecting the car battery for about 30 minutes.
What does this mean? When is the code detected?
Evaporative Emission System (EVAP) control system has a very large leak such as fuel filler cap fell off, EVAP control system does not operate properly.
Possible symptoms
- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
- Possible a noticeable fuel odor caused by the release of fuel vapors
P0455 Mitsubishi Description
This diagnosis detects leaks in the Evaporative Emission System (EVAP) purge line using engine intake manifold vacuum. If pressure does not increase, the Engine Control Module (ECM) will check for leaks in the line between the fuel tank and EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve under the following vacuum test condition.
The vacuum cut valve bypass valve is opened to clear the line between the fuel tank and the EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve. The EVAP canister vent control valve will then be closed to shut the EVAP purge line off. The EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve is opened to depressurize the EVAP purge line using intake manifold vacuum. After this depressurization is implemented, the EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve will be closed.

Read more: http://engine-codes.com/p0455_mitsubishi.html#ixzz3NlVyARyX

P0455 is Evaporative Emissions System Leak Detected (Large) and means that there is a large leak in the system probably with one of the EVAP hoses near the fuel tank or EVAP canister or maybe even A leaky purge valve.

jeep uses whats called a leak detection pump that is the most common failure in the system that i have seen in the last five yeas

P0455 CHEVROLET - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected Gross Leak3http://engine-codes.com/p0455_chevrolet.htmlForum CodePossible causes- Missing or loose fuel cap
- Incorrect fuel filler cap used
- Fuel filler cap remains open or fails to close
- Foreign matter caught in fuel filler cap
- EVAP canister or fuel tank leaks
- EVAP system hose leaking
- Fuel tank leaking

NOPE CANT ERASE CODES UNTIL THE PROBLEM IS FIXED OR THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT SOON WILL STAY ON. CODE PO441 - EVAPORATIVE EMISSION EVAP SYSTEM INCORRECT FLOW DETECTED.CHECK INTAKE VACUUM HOSE CONNECTIONS AT THE EVAP CANISTER PURGE VALVE.IF ALL IS GOOD.THE EVAP CANISTER PURGE VALVE COULD BE BAD. CODE PO 442 - EVAPORATIVE EMISSION EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK DETECTED. EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM LARGE LEAK DETECTED FUEL CAP LOOSE OR OFF MISSING. CODE PO 446 - EVAPORATIVE EMISSION EVAP SYSTEM VENT CONTROL CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION.

Hi, the code indicates a fuel vapor leak or lack of purge flow in the EVAP control system. It means a large leak has been detected. The (EVAP) emission control system prevents the escape of fuel vapors from a vehicle's fuel system. Fuel vapors are routed by hoses to a charcoal canister for storage. Later, when the engine is running a purge control valve opens allowing intake vacuum to siphon the fuel vapors into the engine.

p0455 most likely means one or more of the following has happened:

• A loose or improperly affixed gas cap
• A non-conforming gas cap (i.e. not factory/original brand)
• Other leak or damaged piece in EVAP system

With a p0455, the most common repair is to:

• Remove and reinstall the gas cap, clear the codes, and drive for a day and see if the codes come back.
• Otherwise, replace the gas cap, and/or
• Inspect the EVAP system for cuts/holes in tubes/hoses (you may hear a vacuum noise or smell fuel), repair if necessary

The missing ABS fuse will not set this code as ABS is not part of the emissions system. This code is caused by a leak in the EVAP system. Replacing the fuel cap is probably the cheapest solution if you're lucky. Very rarely will the cap be bad. You'll need to check the entire EVAP system for leaks, loose connections, bad hoses etc. The main problem that will trip this code is the EVAP control solenoid. If after checking the system you find no bad hoses or other obvious leaks you'll need to replace the EVAP solenoid.

The solenoid is located under the car behind the fuel tank on the rear cross member. It looks like a little black boc with an electrical connector and two hoses coming from it. Good luck.

po442 is evap emission control system leak (small) 1 of the lines for emissions is leaking. po455 is-- emission control system leak (large). turn off light with code scanner after it is fixed.

CODE PO455 EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM LEAK DETECTED.POSSIBLE CAUSE - CANISTER VENT SOLENOID STUCK OPEN OR.FUEL TANK PRESSURE SENSOR HAS FAILED MECHANICALLY.OR BAD FUEL CAP. CODE PO1400 -DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE FEED BACK EGR SENSOR CIRCUIT LOW VOLTAGE DETECTED.POSSIBLE CAUSE -DPF EGR SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND OR DPF EGR SIGNAL VREF CIRCUIT OPEN OR DPF EGR SENSOR IS DAMAGED OR HAS FAILED.I WOULD HAVE GARAGE OR DEALERSHIP TO USE THEIR DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT TO CHECK OUT YOUR EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM.AND EGR VALVE BECAUSE PARTS IS TOO EXPENSIVE TO BUY.IF YOU DONT NEED THEM.SEE YOU CAN REPLACE THE DPF EGR SENSOR AND THE CANISTER VENT SOLENOID.BUT IT COULD BE A LEAKING GAS CAP OR SOMETHING ELSE.SO LET GARAGE CHECK IT OUT.TO BE ON SAFE SIDE.NOW YOU CAN BUY THOSE 2 SENSORS AND IT COULD FIX YOUR RIDE.I KNOW MONEY IS TIGHT ECONOMY IS IN BAD SHAPE.

hi !the three codes po353,351 and355 refer to the ignition coil po455 refers to evap emission control leak [LARGE} HOPE THIS HELPS