Getting a Code P0442. Also noticed since that I do not get the pressure
release when I open the gas cap at the gas station anymore, it used to hiss
pretty nicely.

I checked the purge valve in the front of the car, did the old wrap my lips
around it and couldn't blow through, then engergized it and it opened.

I suspect something at the canister, but W.T.F. that doesn't look easy to
reach at all!

Hearing some techs saying that the leak detection pump may have failed, but
I would say I have a leak someplace just because I do not have pressure
anymore at the cap. I did also change the cap to see if that did anything
and no dice.

Anybody have a "troubleshooting" procedure for this like 1st check this,
2nd check this, .... I have very little repair information available for
this vehicle. I'd feel better if I had an agenda.

Thanks !!!

Deacon Eisenhart

On Oct 5, 4:03 pm, Deacon Eisenhart <deisenha...@comcast.net> wrote:
> Getting a Code P0442. Also noticed since that I do not get the pressure
> release when I open the gas cap at the gas station anymore, it used to hiss
> pretty nicely.
>
> I checked the purge valve in the front of the car, did the old wrap my lips
> around it and couldn't blow through, then engergized it and it opened.
>
> I suspect something at the canister, but W.T.F. that doesn't look easy to
> reach at all!
>
> Hearing some techs saying that the leak detection pump may have failed, but
> I would say I have a leak someplace just because I do not have pressure
> anymore at the cap. I did also change the cap to see if that did anything
> and no dice.
>
> Anybody have a "troubleshooting" procedure for this like 1st check this,
> 2nd check this, .... I have very little repair information available for
> this vehicle. I'd feel better if I had an agenda.
>
> Thanks !!!
>
> Deacon Eisenhart

Deacon,

According to the info I found on code P0442, it is a small leak in the
evap system. I will address that type of fault.

The purge valve will not cause this code and there is no leak
detection pump on a 99 S80. It will normally set a "large leak" fault.

A scanner is a great way to start to address these issues, but they
are not always available.

Next to that is a smoke machine that you use to fill the evap system
and check for leaks, also not easily obtained.

You can visually check the evap hoses and use a hand held vac. pump
and check some of the lines and canister for leaks.

The canister shut off valve can cause a slow leak. If you can get to
it, you can energize it and check it for a leak like you did with the
evap valve.

I believe there was a software update for this year, don't know if it
will address your problem though.

If you live in the SF area, I can possibly give further assistance.

Good Luck