Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 58 (ENGINE CONTROLS - SELF-DIAGNOSTICS)DIAGNOSTIC TESTSDTC P0446: EVAP VENT SOLENOID VALVE CONTROL SYSTEMDTC PARAMETERS
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8
DTC Parameters
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION DTC Parameters
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- EVAP vent solenoid is commanded off (open).
- EVAP purge solenoid is commanded to PWM (open).
- Fuel tank level is 15-85 percent.
- BARO more than 75 kPa.
- ECT and IAT between 39-86Β°F (4-30Β°C) at engine start-up.
- ECT and IAT are within 14Β°F (8Β°C) of each other.
- Throttle angle 10-35 percent.
- Vehicle speed less than 70 MPH.
- No ECT, fuel tank pressure, IAT, MAP, HO2S1, PCM internal fault, TP or VSS DTCs are set.
DTC sets when fuel pressure sensor voltage is less than 0.7 volt for more than 100 seconds during DTC diagnostic test, indicating a blocked vent system.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.