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Old 11-17-2004, 05:31 PM
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i know you guys prob tired of hearing from me but i may have the found the problem to my "evap control leak" (canister). my check engine light has been on for a few weeks. i just turned off my car before and i was about to walk away when i hear a "hisssing" sound comign from the rear. so i go undr the car but i cant see much it dark out. there is this hissing sound near the gas tank or near the canister. u think its a vacuum hose that needs a replacement? or soemthing? thanks i appriciate the advice and tips. i hope some one can help thanks again

its not the tires, their brand new!!1
Old 11-17-2004, 08:58 PM
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Default Re: Leak in EVAP control system (SIMATIC)

most likely a leak in the fuel pressure system somewhere...but that's gas that's hissing (not safe) so i'd definitely look into that...
Old 11-18-2004, 02:27 AM
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more than likely yes it coming from you evap system.Check your gas cap or the charcoal canister and its connections. Being curious do you know what code you got from the odb 1 reader? Iwork in acura service if I can be of any assitance let me know
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it was p1457. thanks for the help
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