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P0442 Diagnostic Trouble Code Discussion for December 2008

EVAP System Small Leak Detected


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Trouble Ticket Help Requests for DTC P0442
Help Request Posted
2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LT 5.3L MIL Lamp on VIN: 3GNFK16T5Y
P0442: EVAP System Small Leak Detected. we know this vehicle has a small evap leak. what we are wondering is if the vent solenoid is supposed to leak smoke at the top when grounded? the tech's snap on tool is in for upgrading. when not grounded it seems to vent wide openj to atmosphere. any insite o...
December 16, 2008
2002 Kia Sportage 2.0L won't take fuel VIN: KNDJA72302
P0442: EVAP System Small Leak (0.040") Detected. ... will not take fuel. I tried to fill it and only takes it very slowly like vent is pinched or plugged. Now it also has code p0442. Removed and cleaned out charcoal canister as a few on Idenifix had stated were plugged. Does not appear plugged and problem...
December 24, 2008