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.
DTC Confirmation Procedure
- PRECONDITIONING
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
TESTING CONDITION:
- Perform "DTC WORK SUPPORT" when the fuel level is between 1/4 and 3/4 full, and vehicle is placed on flat level surface.
- Always perform test at a temperature of 0 to 30°C (32 to 86°F).
NOTE: Make sure that EVAP hoses are connected to EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve properly.Do you have CONSULT-III?
YES: GO TO 2.
NO: GO TO 3.
- PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
With CONSULT-III
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
- Turn ignition switch ON and select "DATA MONITOR" mode with CONSULT-III.
- Make sure that the following conditions are met.
COOLAN TEMP/S: 0 - 70°C (32 - 158°F)
INT/A TEMP SE: 0 - 30°C (32 - 86°F)
- Select "EVAP SML LEAK P0442/P1442" of "EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM" in "DTC WORK SUPPORT" mode with CONSULT-III.
Follow the instruction displayed.
NOTE: If the engine speed cannot be maintained within the range displayed on the CONSULT-III screen, go to "BASIC INSPECTION : SPECIAL REPAIR REQUIREMENT ".
Which is displayed on CONSULT-III screen?
OK: INSPECTION END
NG: Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".
- PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
With GST
NOTE: Be sure to read the explanation of Driving Pattern in "HOW TO SET SRT CODE " before driving vehicle.- Start engine.
- Drive vehicle according to Driving Pattern.
- Stop vehicle.
- Turn ignition switch OFF, wait at least 10 seconds and then turn ON.
- Check 1st trip DTC.
Is 1st trip DTC displayed?
YES-1: P0441: Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".
YES-2: P0442: Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".
NO: INSPECTION END
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
