How does the EVAP system work on a Chevy Malibu?

The EVAP system captures all fuel vapor from the fuel tank and sends them to the engines intake in order to be ignited in the normal combustion process. When there is a large leak in the Chevy Malibu’s EVAP system, it will throw the P0455 OBDII Code.

Where is the purge vent on a Chevy Malibu?

Attached to the fuel tank, right side, about the size of a soup can. You’ll need to drop the tank down a bit to get it out. Purge is under the hood and would depend on what engine you have as to exact location. You’ve ruled out the fuel cap already?

Where is the EVAP canister located on a car?

Step 3: Locate the EVAP canister. On most domestic and foreign vehicles sold in the US, the EVAP emissions canister is located next to the fuel cell. It is shaped in a rectangular or spherical design and has three vapor lines attached to it. One line attaches to the fuel cell, one to the EVAP purge solenoid and one to the EVAP vent solenoid.

Can a fuel leak cause a Chevy Malibu to stop running?

While P0455 is not going to cause the Malibu’s engine to stop running, it should not be treated lightly. You could have a fuel leak. Pay extra attention to your tank level and make sure you are not leaking fuel. We recommend taking it in and/or dealing with it right away.

Where is the EVAP canister located on a Chevy Malibu?

It shows the removal of the EVAP canister and the EVAP canister vent solenoid (cylindrical component connected to the larger canister) from the driver side of the fuel tank after the fuel tank has been lowered. P0446 is generically defined as Evaporative Emission System Vent Control Circuit.

Is there a recall on the 2013 Chevy Malibu?

The recall began during December 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM’s recall campaign number is 13342. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured October 25, 2011, through June 29, 2012 and equipped with the 8-way power adjustable front seat feature.

Where is the purge solenoid on a Chevy Malibu?

EVAP purge and vent are two different operations. The purge solenoid is on top of the engine, near the firewall (follow the EVAP purge tube that runs next to the fuel line up the firewall). The vent solenoid, on the other hand, is on top of the fuel tank on your Malibu. Click to expand…

When to replace an evaporative emission control canister?

When the EVAP emissions canister fails it triggers an OBD-II error code (0499) collected by the vehicle’s ECM and tells a mechanic that there is a pressure problem with the EVAP system. If the EVAP canister is damaged or not working properly, it needs to be replaced, as it can’t be serviced or repaired on the vehicle.