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DTC P0441 & P0446: EVAP SYSTEM MALFUNCTION Lexus LS II

DTCDefinition
P0441Incorrect EVAP Purge Flow
P0446Vent Control Malfunction

DTC P0441 & P0446 DEFINITION

CAUTIONIf ECM replacement is instructed in following testing, always ensure ECM harness connector and ground circuit are okay. If either are suspect, repair and repeat testing to confirm ECM malfunction.

Circuit Description

Vapor pressure sensor and Vacuum Switching Valve (VSV) for vapor pressure sensor are used to detect faults in EVAP system.

DTC is set if EVAP system leak is detected or if there is a malfunction in EVAP VSV, vapor pressure sensor VSV or in vapor pressure sensor. Possible causes are

  1. Open or short in VSV circuit for vapor pressure sensor.
  2. Open or short circuit in vapor pressure sensor circuit.
  3. VSV for vapor pressure sensor.
  4. Vapor pressure sensor.
  5. VSV for EVAP.
  6. Open or short in VSV circuit for EVAP.
  7. Disconnected or blocked vacuum hose.
  8. Charcoal canister.