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Code P0442 showed up
Finally got the code number of P0442. It lists the following possibilities - defective fuel cap, EVAP cannister, purge or vent solenoid defective, vacuum leak at engine.
Any ideas which one? What do I look at first? I have an 02 limited. Will it hurt the vehicle if I continue driving it?
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05-25-2016, 08:25 AM
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from the FSM as you stated some of the possible causes. I have the same code, could be a long list of things. Will not hurt the vehicle. could lose fuel mileage and be rough running.
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05-25-2016, 08:33 AM
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What do I look at first? Will it hurt the vehicle if I continue driving it?
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I would reseat your gas cap first.
No it won't hurt if you continue driving with this check engine code short term.
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05-25-2016, 08:45 AM
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Finally got the code number of P0442. ...
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If reset how long before the cel shows up again (miles/time)?
Once every few months mine will get a 440 but only when wheeling offroad slow and vehicle rocking back/forth on rocks/ruts/holes. Reset and won't come back for months. Despite that all works as it should. Hmmm.
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05-25-2016, 09:01 AM
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If the 442 is the small leak code, it could be a loose or bad gas cap. Absent that, visually inspect all the evap lines under the hood and around the canister on the driver side.
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05-25-2016, 09:12 AM
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Start with the gas cap, and get an OEM. I had the same thing happen about 1 month after purchasing my 4runner. I replaced it with one from Autozone, and it only lasted about a year. Put an OEM on over a year ago, and no issues since.
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I'll start with the gas cap. I checked it this morning and the fuel tank was pressurized. First time for this. Does it mean something?
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05-25-2016, 10:07 PM
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I'll start with the gas cap. I checked it this morning and the fuel tank was pressurized. First time for this. Does it mean something?
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Nope. Doesn't mean the Evap system is not leaking. The charcoal canister can be leaking inside itself and throw the code.
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Originally Posted by oncewaspfd
Finally got the code number of P0442. It lists the following possibilities - defective fuel cap, EVAP cannister, purge or vent solenoid defective, vacuum leak at engine.
Any ideas which one? What do I look at first? I have an 02 limited. Will it hurt the vehicle if I continue driving it?
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As others have stated, there is a list of things that could be your cause. In my case it was a hairline crack in the EVAP canister. I fixed it by pulling it out and using some RTV around the bottom.
Might not be your issue, but it if is, you might be able to make a cheap repair instead of replacement if your trouble shooting gets you to the EVAP canister.
And fixed...
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05-26-2016, 03:31 PM
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Thanks everyone. I found a Jack in the seal for the gas cap. Ordered it from the dealership and will install tomorrow. I disconnect the battery and hope for the best.
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05-27-2016, 10:25 AM
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Got my new gas cap from the dealership today. Found out I was missing the rubber O Ring. Hope this solves the problem.
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My P0442 popped up in January with 218k miles at sea level, i replaced the gas cap with an OEM one, came back again in March with 220.6k miles at 6,000 feet altitude (i cleared it without doing anything - hoping it was altitude related) then it just popped up again with 222.1k miles tonight again at sea level. I guess I'll look into the charcoal canister and troubleshoot as this guy suggests on youtube? YouTube
Sounds like that small crack on the bottom is common and RTV is a strong enough fix vs buying a new part?
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My P0442 popped up in January with 218k miles at sea level, i replaced the gas cap with an OEM one, came back again in March with 220.6k miles at 6,000 feet altitude (i cleared it without doing anything - hoping it was altitude related) then it just popped up again with 222.1k miles tonight again at sea level. I guess I'll look into the charcoal canister and troubleshoot as this guy suggests on youtube? YouTube
Sounds like that small crack on the bottom is common and RTV is a strong enough fix vs buying a new part?
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Its the check valve on top of the tank. The gasket fails and the top of the valve develops a hair line crack. I just did this last week.
Video: YouTube
Parts needed:
New Genuine Toyota 4Runner Fuel Tank Valve Assembly OE 7739035010 | eBay
Toyota OEM Fuel System Check Valve Gasket 77177-33010 Factory Sold Individually | eBay
You have to drop the tank
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Yikes, hopefully mine is just the canister! I don't have that kind of tool inventory so mine will go to the shop if i need to drop the tank or do anything that involved
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Yikes, hopefully mine is just the canister! I don't have that kind of tool inventory so mine will go to the shop if i need to drop the tank or do anything that involved
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All you need a jack, 14mm, 12mm, extension, pilers screw, drivers and some patience. Its actually not that hard of a job. just kind of tedious and make sure you have the tank nearly empty.
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