P0442 code
someday31
01-23-2011, 09:10 PM
2001 Aurora 3.5V6....85,000miles....I am getting the p0442 code, have reset it many times but keeps coming back....should I buy a new gas cap....was wondering if theres a common issue with this car and the code?
danielsatur
01-23-2011, 09:27 PM
P0422 - EVAP problem
Because of Age/mileage Plastic, rubber, gaskets, and seals go bad.
1) Visual inspect EVAP system.
2) A smoke test is used to pin point leaks in the EVAP system.
Yes - A bad Gas cap, gas cap seal, gas tank neck, and rubber hoses going to the charcoal canister.
Because of Age/mileage Plastic, rubber, gaskets, and seals go bad.
1) Visual inspect EVAP system.
2) A smoke test is used to pin point leaks in the EVAP system.
Yes - A bad Gas cap, gas cap seal, gas tank neck, and rubber hoses going to the charcoal canister.
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