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P0442, P0456 Lexus RX II

Testing & Diagnostics 16 illustrations ~264 words

A leak in the evaporative emission system prompts the ECM to set DTC P0442, P0456.

The ECM tests the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system using the fuel tank pressure sensor, the canister close valve (VSV for CCV), and the VSV for EVAP. The ECM closes the EVAP system and introduces a negative pressure (vacuum) into it. The ECM then monitors the internal pressure using the fuel tank pressure sensor. (Refer to graphic)

The ECM checks for leaks in the system by introducing a high negative pressure (vacuum) from the intake manifold by commanding the VSV for EVAP open while the VSV for CCV (vent) is closed. After sufficient time has elapsed the fuel tank should have developed a high negative pressure (vacuum) and the VSV for EVAP is closed. The ECM then monitors the pressure-rise (loss of vacuum) in the fuel tank. If the pressure rises too rapidly, the ECM concludes that there is a leak in the system. The ECM will turn on the MIL and a DTC is set. The ECM has separate DTCs for small and large leaks.

  1. Large increase of the internal pressure
  2. Slight increase of the internal pressure

Condition (a) represents leakage somewhere in the evaporative emission system and DTC P0442 is set, and condition (b) indicates a very small leak and DTC P0456 is set.

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Scheme 801: P0441, P0446

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Scheme 802: P0442, P0456

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Scheme 803: P0441

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Scheme 804: P0446

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Scheme 806: P0442, P0456

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Scheme 808: P0441

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Scheme 809: P0446

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Scheme 810: P0442, P0456

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Scheme 811: MONITOR RESULT (MODE 06 DATA)

Refer to PRE-CHECK for detailed information on MODE 06 DATA.

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Scheme 812: WIRING DIAGRAM