What is the p0442 code on a Mazda 3?
We have found a common failure with the canister vent valve on Mazda 3 and 5 of varying years. Last week we did 1 and this week we have 2. All with a code of P0442. This code is normally set after filling up gas and driving roughly 100 miles.
Can a gas cap be the cause of p0442?
Qualified technicians should have little problem diagnosing P0442 as long as all steps are followed in the proper order and none are skipped. Commonly, the gas cap is the cause of P0442, if the gas cap is overlooked it can waste time and energy diagnosing other components.
What does the Gas CAP Code mean on a car?
The gas cap code is a common diagnostic trouble code that might turn your check engine light on. I put together a video discussing a problem my neighbor had with Nissan Maxima four door sedan after they filled the fuel tank.
What is the Gas CAP Code on a Nissan Maxima?
The gas cap code is a common diagnostic trouble code that might turn your check engine light on. I put together a video discussing a problem my neighbor had with Nissan Maxima four door sedan after they filled the fuel tank. It’s a common scenario I see all too often.
What causes a Mazda 3 to throw a p0442 code?
Fuel Vapor Hose – A leak in the fuel vapor hose that leads from the fuel tank to the intake will definitely throw P0442 in your 3. Gas Cap Bad – A bad fuel cap can cause the P0442 code to be thrown for sure. The 3 will typically be warning you to tighten the fuel cap.
What to do if you find a p0442 gas leak?
If you see a P0442 evaporative emission system leak detected code, you may be able to resolve the problem without much effort. The easiest solution may be to remove and reaffix the gas cap. Once you do, clear the code on the OBD-II diagnostic scanner and drive for a few days. If the code does not return, your gas cap likely was the culprit.
The gas cap code is a common diagnostic trouble code that might turn your check engine light on. I put together a video discussing a problem my neighbor had with Nissan Maxima four door sedan after they filled the fuel tank.
What does the OBD code p0442 mean?
OBD2 Code P0442 Mazda definition: This indicates a fuel vapor leak in the EVAP control system. It means a very small leak has been detected. In fact, the leak can be from a hole as small as 0.04″ in diameter.