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P0441

Powertrain Codes

P0441 - INFINITI - Evaporative Control System Incorrect Purge Flow

Symptoms

- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light) - Possible a noticeable fuel odor caused by the release of fuel vapors

Possible Causes

- EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve stuck closed - EVAP control system pressure sensor and the circuit - Loose, disconnected or improper connection of rubber tube - Blocked rubber tube - Cracked EVAP canister - EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve circuit - Accelerator pedal position sensor - Blocked purge port - EVAP canister vent control valve

When Detected

EVAP control system does not operate properly, EVAP control system has a leak between intake manifold and EVAP control system pressure sensor.

Description

In this evaporative emission (EVAP) control system, purge flow occurs during non-closed throttle conditions. Purge volume is related to air intake volume. Under normal purge conditions (non-closed throttle), the EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve is open to admit purge flow. Purge flow exposes the EVAP control system pressure sensor to intake manifold vacuum.