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P2406 Evaporative emission (EVAP) leak detection pump, sense circuit - circuit high

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

P · PowertrainEmissionsOBD2

What P2406 means

P2406
Evaporative emission (EVAP) leak detection pump, sense circuit - circuit high Generic · emissions Data confidence 78%

The control module detected that the signal in the Evaporative emission (EVAP) leak detection pump, sense circuit stayed above the expected operating range.

Symptoms

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

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to positive
  • EVAP leak detection pump

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 P2406

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

2

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

406

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P2406

What does P2406 mean?

Evaporative emission (EVAP) leak detection pump, sense circuit - circuit high. The control module detected that the signal in the Evaporative emission (EVAP) leak detection pump, sense circuit stayed above the expected operating range.

Is P2406 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P2406 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove P2406 at file level?

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