PO442 is a Service Engine Error code can be caused by one of the following:
1. Defective or loose fuel cap
2. EVAP canister or hose cracked- not connected
3. Purge or vent solenoid defective
4. Vaccum leak at engine
There are literally hundreds of diagnostic codes that would cause the check engine light to come on. Many auto parts stores will check the codes for free and tell you what is needed to fix it.
A full listing of diagnostic codes can be obtained from most General Motors dealerships. The Chevy Lumina has more than 500 diagnostic codes.
The average Nissan automobile has more than 400 diagnostic troubleshooting codes. You can obtain a complete list of diagnostic codes from most Nissan dealerships.
Diagnostic Trouble Codes.
With a diagnostic scanning tool.
Reading diagnostic codes is easy. The driver plugs the reader/scanner into the diagnostic port of the vehicle, and the scanner/reader will give a code if there is a problem, and tell them the type of problem.
buy a book like Chilton, and it has all the diagnostic codes listed in it. buy a book like Chilton, and it has all the diagnostic codes listed in it.
There are many possibilities. Run a computer diagnostic code to find out what if any diagnostic codes have been stored on the computer. What if we dont have the resources to run a diagnostic code on it? I think it might be out of timing 1-2 notches.
OBD codes that start with a P are power train codes.
Go on the web and goggle it. (TOYOTA CODES)
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Diagnostic codes are generated by your on-board computer. They tell you what problems the computer has identified with your engine. The codes are numbers. The code numbers are read by an instrument that plugs into a special jack under the dash. Auto parts stores often will check your diagnostic codes for free, or you can have your dealer do it.