Emissions - MIL ON/Check Fuel Cap Mssg/EVAP DTC's Set
11-020April 14, 2011
Applies To:
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CHECK FUEL CAP Message Displayed and/or MIL Is On With DTC P0497 and/or DTC P145C
SYMPTOM
One or more of the following symptoms are present:
^ A CHECK FUEL CAP message is displayed with the fuel cap properly tightened, and without pending DTC(s) P0455 (EVAP system large leak detected) and/or P0456 (EVAP system very small leak detected) stored.
^ The MIL is on with DTC P0497 (EVAP system low purge flow detected) stored.
^ The MIL is on with DTC P145C (EVAP system purge flow malfunction) stored.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The EVAP canister purge joint was incorrectly manufactured with a flashing inside it that restricts purge joint flow.
VEHICLES AFFECTED 2011 Accord L4 4-Door - From VIN 1HGCP2...BA033985 thru 1HGCP2...BA056601
2011 Accord L4 2-Door - From VIN 1HGCS1...BA004581 thru 1HGCS1... BA007349
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Inspect the EVAP canister purge joint, and replace it if needed.
PARTS INFORMATION
Purge Joint: P/N 36166-R40-A01
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Failed Part: P/N 36166-R40-A01
Defect Code: 07403
Symptom Code: 03205
Skill Level: Repair Technician
INSPECTION/REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Locate the EVAP canister purge joint next to the cylinder head cover. Using a flashlight and inspection mirror, look for the die number, which is stamped on the back of the EVAP canister purge joint's mount.
Is the die number on the purge joint mount a "1"?
Yes - Go to step 2.
No - Disregard this service bulletin and continue with normal troubleshooting.
2. Disconnect and remove the EVAP canister purge joint. With a flashlight, look into both fittings.
Are the purge joint fittings blocked or partially blocked inside by plastic flashing left over from the molding process?
Yes - Replace the EVAP canister purge joint. Clear the DTC(s), and reset the MIL.
NOTE:
Do not try to remove the flashing and reuse the defective purge joint.
No - Reinstall the EVAP canister purge joint, disregard this service bulletin, and continue with normal troubleshooting.
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