P1457low severityPowertrain
EVAP System Leak Canister
on 1997 Acura RL 3.5L V6 · AWD
What this code means
A leak detected in the EVAP system on the canister side.
Symptoms
- CEL
- Fuel odor
- Failed emissions
Common causes
- Faulty purge solenoid
- Failed vent valve
- Cracked canister housing
- Damaged EVAP hoses
Diagnostic steps
- Smoke test EVAP system
- Test purge solenoid
- Inspect canister
- Check vent valve
Repair notes
Replace purge solenoid or repair leak.
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