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- Posted on Jul 26, 2008
Re: My taurus failed due to code p0442 ecap emiss ctl sys...
Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0442 indicates that a fuel
vapor leak has been detected [as small as 0.10 cm (0.04 inch)] in the
Evaporative Emission (EVAP) system.
Note: Prior to performing the following diagnosis inspect the Canister
Vent Solenoid (CV) for contamination. A situation may exist where contamination
holds open the Canister Vent (CV) solenoid enough to set DTC P0442 and also
plugs the port to atmosphere enough to keep system from being vented quickly.
- After market parts and accessories nonconforming to the EVAP system
specifications.
- Damaged, cross threaded or loosely installed fuel filler cap.
- Small holes or cuts in fuel vapor hoses/tubes (EVAP canister tube, EVAP
canister outlet tube or EVAP return tube) in the EVAP system.
- Loose fuel vapor hose/tube connections to EVAP system components.
- EVAP system component [EVAP canister purge valve, fuel tank pressure (FTP)
sensor, canister vent (CV) solenoid, fuel vapor control valve tube assembly or
fuel vapor vent valve assembly] seals leaking.
- CV solenoid partially open when commanded closed.
- EVAP canister leaking.
- Check for presence of fuel filler cap.
- Verify that the CV solenoid is properly seated on the EVAP canister (if
possible).
- Visually inspect for cut or loose connections to fuel vapor hoses/tubes in
following locations:
- EVAP canister to EVAP canister purge valve.
- EVAP canister to fuel vapor vent valve assembly.
- fuel vapor control valve tube assembly to fuel tank (if applicable).
I have a 99 Buick Regal.P0442, What a headache! I just got back from the shop. Had an (evap) cannister installed along with a fuel filler line, bought new gas cap, new vaccum harness. And still #@#@#%#$$ CES light is on. I stopped by a dealer and purchased a vent solonoid which I will be installing my self. My last resolve will be to take it to a car dealer for problem.
trying to get stop engine light to shut off
check engine light comes on and the code emissions auxzilary control what does this mean.
P0442
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