Evap leak help!
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Hey everyone.
I have a cel throwing code p0455 which is a major evap leak. I already changed the gas cap, so that is not the issue.
Can anyone help me locate the evap vent hoses and evap cannister? Any help is greatly appreciated. I want to fix this shortly!
Thanks in advance!
I have a cel throwing code p0455 which is a major evap leak. I already changed the gas cap, so that is not the issue.
Can anyone help me locate the evap vent hoses and evap cannister? Any help is greatly appreciated. I want to fix this shortly!
Thanks in advance!
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Check your purge valve. I don't know about Porsche,but in many cars that is the culprit if you can't find any leaks in the system. It usually makes a ticking noise after start up.
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I hate evap. on my lexus it is an ongoing problem and after $400 in replaced parts I gave up. father`s Honda started doing same, 2 way valve replaced, solenoid works, system seems to be ok but shows CEL once in a month and same does lexus, may be fine for 2 months then shows this error again. absolutely hate it, it is impossible to trace down...
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Take your car to a repair shop that will test for leaks with a smoke machine. The scan tool activates the purge valve and vent control valve to seal off the system and smoke is introduced thru the test port. Freeze frame data is recorded when a DTC code is set. Ensure that the EVAP leak is not set when the car is sitting. The EPA felt the test was not run enough so they mandated to run the test when the car is sitting shutdown after 30 mins or so. If you have a slightly weak battery the valves will not fully shut causing a leak. When you tighten the gas cap make sure you hear at least three clicks. Many of the components of the EVAP system are near the gas tank and therefore exposed to the elements, ensure that the powers and grounds are free of corrosion and damage. Good luck, repairing EVAP systems can be character developing and wallet deflating.
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Microsoft would recommend Ctrl/Alt/Del.
Disconnect battery for an hour?
I am not I.T. nor a mechanic.
Sadly this trick works with lots of devices, including my stove.
Disconnect battery for an hour?
I am not I.T. nor a mechanic.
Sadly this trick works with lots of devices, including my stove.
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Take your car to a repair shop that will test for leaks with a smoke machine. The scan tool activates the purge valve and vent control valve to seal off the system and smoke is introduced thru the test port. Freeze frame data is recorded when a DTC code is set. Ensure that the EVAP leak is not set when the car is sitting. The EPA felt the test was not run enough so they mandated to run the test when the car is sitting shutdown after 30 mins or so. If you have a slightly weak battery the valves will not fully shut causing a leak. When you tighten the gas cap make sure you hear at least three clicks. Many of the components of the EVAP system are near the gas tank and therefore exposed to the elements, ensure that the powers and grounds are free of corrosion and damage. Good luck, repairing EVAP systems can be character developing and wallet deflating.
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