P0446 Code

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oplersx

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P0446 Code fix?

Keep getting this code back on.. this is the second time in about 1000 miles. Before taking it to the dealership, I would like to ask if everyone have a fix for this. With a whipple installed, the dealership probably won't cover it under warranty anyways.
 

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I fixed mine, a few times, by shoving the EVAP canister back where it belongs. If it isn't hanging down loose, that may not be the cause.

Try nozzle ******* the fuel cap a dozen times or so. Dirt can build up, keeping the cap open, not building pressure in the fuel tank and throwing the P0446 code.
 

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Also check the wiring harness running along the drivers side frame rail for damage.
 
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Thanks! I will look into these areas.

If I do bring to the dealership, do you guys think they are gonna deny warranty blame the supercharger?
 

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doubtful, this is fuel tank emissions control, unless you trashed a harness with your supercharger install.
 

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Smoke test. could be a vacuum leak in the evap system. most independents will have the smoke machine. makes life much simpler. at least you rule that out.
 

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this code is thrown when there is a short to ground in the valve so either a failed valve (burnt out winding) or a short in the harness
 

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Mine didn't fail so no code thrown but it was leaking, giving me lean conditions.
Dealer found using the smoke test.
This is what they replaced.

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This is the Vapor Canister Purge valve. $80
As suggested by others check electrical first.
 
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