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TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.14

P04F1 EVAP System Purge Line Performance

Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEmissionsOBD2

What P04F1 means

P04F1
EVAP System Purge Line Performance Generic · emissions Data confidence 65%

The control module judged the EVAP System Purge Line behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions.

Symptoms

  • MIL illuminated
  • Possible fuel smell in case of larger leaks

Possible causes

  • Loose or faulty fuel filler cap
  • Cracked EVAP hose or line
  • Purge or vent valve fault
  • Fuel tank pressure sensor fault
  • Leak detection pump fault

Recommended checks

  • Check fuel filler cap seating first
  • Read fuel tank pressure sensor values
  • Actuate purge and vent valves and verify response
  • Smoke-test the EVAP system for leaks

Related and nearby codes

How to read P04F1

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

0

Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.

4F1

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P04F1

What does P04F1 mean?

EVAP System Purge Line Performance. The control module judged the EVAP System Purge Line behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions.

Is P04F1 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P04F1 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove P04F1 at file level?

If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry and, where the ECU needs it, corrects the checksum too. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.

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