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Old May 13, 2009 | 05:05 PM
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hey all, had this CEL on and off for a lil while tryn to figure out what it is. the code is P0441 Evaporative emission control system incorrect purge flow. I don't see any cracks in the vacuum hose, granted i'm looking at the correct hose? Perhaps someone on here can help before I give the local toyota stealership some more of my cash:

got an update from the stealership: they say its the chracoal canister, I've sent a PM to aliga and will probably post a WTB in the classified but if anyone knows where I could find one ASAP that would be nice, this stealership always trys to put me through the ringer on parts, they've never been accurate on cost.

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anyone?.....
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I had it cleared yesterday and now its back..
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does anyone know where the charcoal canister is located?
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The charcoal canister is located above the differential. Make sure your gas cap is on tightly. Check the condition of the gas cap. The rubber o- ring on the gas cap should not be cracked. Also check the purge line under the hood. There is a post on this. Try searching. GL!
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i searched the code and the description, came up empty, i've also replaced the gas cap, i'll check that line as soon as i find a diagram so i'm sure to be looking at the right thing. thanks for the info, this kind of help is why CL is the best car forum. thanks again
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