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Service soon code p0447

Old Oct 27, 2015 | 04:40 PM
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Service soon code p0447

Just got a code for evaporation purge solenoid but can seem to find it on a diagram anyone know where to look? Also I recently changes plugs and pulled the intake could that have anything to do with the code? Thanks for any help
Old Nov 14, 2018 | 10:59 AM
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You ever get this figured out? I changed my plugs a few months ago and I must have nicked the PVC to intake hose. I got that fixed, but still have the P0447 code.
Old Nov 14, 2018 | 11:36 AM
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You might try changing your gas cap. Make sure its OEM.
This code is for a small leak in your evap system and usually takes a smoke test to find the leak.
Old Nov 14, 2018 | 05:36 PM
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I've seen info that it's for Evaporative Emission Control System Vent Control Circuit Open. I am thinking this is more of a valve/sensor issue? I am not 100% sure though.
Old Nov 15, 2018 | 05:29 AM
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You don't say what year, but I the key here is the plenum removal. It is easy to miss a hose connection or to miss a cracked line. Generally, it is the gas cap but if you have replaced it with an OEM as Richard66 mentioned, I would replace all the lines under the hood....only takes about an hour. I had a similar issue with one being a cap, and the other a line.

One quick note...I assume that you have no issues filling the car at the pump (e.g. pump shutting off multiple times before you can fill your tank...as that is a subject of a recent recall)

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Old Nov 24, 2018 | 10:06 AM
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2009 with 165k miles.

Thanks guys, I'll dig around a little bit more. I don't have the issues filling the gas as the recall mentioned. It all started around that one hose...I easily could have missed a connection or tore another hose like you mentioned.
Old Nov 25, 2018 | 06:21 AM
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Nothing to do with the hood.The Vent Control Valve is attached to the Evap Canister under the car at the back.
The thread title carries a wrong reference. P0443, P0444, and P0445 refer to the solenoid valve under the hood. P0447 is for the vent control valve.

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Old Dec 22, 2018 | 08:21 PM
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excellent, thanks for the clarification. I thought it might be that after doing some research, but am completely new to looking at the evap system. Do you have any recommendations on messing with it/testing or just replacing? Thanks!
Old Dec 23, 2018 | 06:49 AM
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Download the FSM for the procedure for a component test/check.
Old Dec 27, 2018 | 08:55 AM
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In my research, I came across a great explanation of the system and how it works. I had no idea how it works.

Old Dec 30, 2018 | 06:14 PM
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I managed to take off the valve and bench tested it with a 12V battery. The valve did not trip, so I ordered a new one. It was pretty straightforward to remove except I needed to enlist my wife with smaller hands to reach the part. I could have gotten it out if I removed the rear stabilizer bar. New part is on the way...will report if any issues. thanks for the help folks!
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