Kia Sedona: P0456 EVAP Very Small Leak

Come along with Eric O. at the SMA shop as he has a look at this 2009 Kia Sedona to try and diagnose the EVAP system. The check engine light is on with a code P0456 "Very Small EVAP Leak." We quickly discover that the tank is to full to diagnose with the smoke machine! However he does show you a very common issue with these and the most likely spot for them to leak. -Enjoy!
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[@ThePlowGuys]

Not a big deal that the diagnoses was incomplete. What really helps is people now are aware of a potential problem and how they can be pro-active. Great one as usual.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Yes sir. Gotta keep that rust off the neck!

[@satamanschmidt3428]

Did you change out the gas cap too? Seemed like that would have been a good idea since it wasn't sealing that tightly.

[@Imabeastofatroll]

SATAMAN Schmidt did you watch the video? lol

[@satamanschmidt3428]

Yes, I did. And, that sure looked like the original gas cap was still in place at the end of the video when he was Sil-Glyding the lip of the filler neck. So, what exactly was the point of your rather worthless comment?

[@Imabeastofatroll]

SATAMAN Schmidt if you would have paid attention when he removed the tether he simply just hung it on the back of the door. he hadnt swapped out the old one yet.

[@coache1nine]

I'm so glad to know I'm not the only one who does this. I disconnect the purge and check for vacuum. Then go to the filler neck and check for rust and dirt. After cleaning the neck, they are always filthy, I put a little silicone on the o-ring for the fuel cap if it's not damaged, it's usually dry as a bone. Easy fix for less than 30 minutes

[@theshaddowaust]

That dam rust, I am lucky I live in Australia tho I am close to the snow we don't have that problem much and no salt used on roads. I do have to say, watching your videos have helped me a lot here, (I am mechanically minded but old schooled) And here the local authorised dealer wants to charge $150 per hr and a min of 2hr just to look at a code and it was going to take 3 weeks before they would even look at it. I all ready known what the problem was and what code it was going to be but no that's what they wanted, I got a OBD2 controller and yep it was just the code I knew of and had fixed it already. Since the car was a proton no other person would touch it , it it only cost me $5 for the parts and $25 for the tool, I was also able to see there was another factory gauge fault that I had reported before but they claimed I was wrong, (now legal are dealing with the company) But watching your videos do help the small person, it has even allowed me helped some others with tracing there problems too. Thanks.

[@alanryderb]

An S M.A video on my birthday. Life is good. Thanks Mr O

[@SouthMainAuto]

Well Happy B-Day!!

[@alanryderb]

Thanks

[@danarbuckle6640]

I am impressed with this mechanic's approach to the problem. First, he has the knowledge. Next he uses his knowledge to methodically diagnose the problem. And even after he sees the rusty filler neck, he doesn't assume he has found the problem. He discusses what he knows with the customer and lets them decide if they want to change the cap. A true professional. Great work.

[@rebeccasilverman2093]

Why do people down vote these videos? I have the same code on my car. I just need one of the vape thingies to smoke out the gremlins. Haha

[@bigbob1786]

Rebecca Silverman well hello Rebecca

[@benmudn]

I've caught myself accidentally thumb downing videos when scrolling down on my phone to read comments.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Hahah well we can't make videos to make every one happy. Your best bet as opposed to buying a smoke machine is just to find a reputable shop to diagnose it for you IMO

[@lightningsmokerXx]

I think it just comes down to " some people's children ". What more can you say. If Eric ever stops making videos it will be a sad day.

[@sabergermd]

You can make your own leak tester for under $30. All you need is a clean unused paint can and cover from Home Depot, some pneumatic fittings, some Kanthal wire, a wick, some 16 g wire, battery clamps, some 5/8 tubing, and some mineral oil. Plenty of videos on You Tube show you how to make one. It took me a couple of hours.

[@schigara]

I had a 2006 Chevy Equinox that I bought with a blown head gasket to resale. It was missing the gas cap and had a history code for large evap leap. I tried to save a couple bucks and bought a supposed oem cap off ebay and it still had the same code and smoke test showed large smoke leak at cap with the new ebay "oem" cap. This is a southern car in the south with not a hint of rust or corrosion anywhere. Anyway, this ebay cap felt very weak and would release with the slightest counter clock spring pressure. I went to Oreilley and got a cap and had the same issue with how extremely easy it was to remove. Finally, I broke down and went to the dealer and paid 8 dollars more for a real oem gas cap. As soon as I twisted it on, it felt different and when I tried to remove it, it took substantial force to get it to release. I put the smoke machine on the system and closed the vent valve and no more leaks! I took out the caliper and measured the differences and it became apparent. There is the rubber seal and a plastic lip that this seal goes around on the cap and the plastic lip on the cheap, aftermarket caps was about .003in larger in diameter than the real oem cap which prevented the rubber seal from making solid contact and is why the y were so easy to remove.

[@gpaine]

Growing up in the Watertown/Fort Drum area, we had 3-4 vehicles that had this problem. If the car had a steel filler neck and a small evap leak, you just sanded the neck before inspection.

[@yambo59]

Don't worry Eric, weve seen more than enough of your work to easily trust your judgement.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Wheeew good ;)

[@chunkeeone8408]

Of course you should post it! We are knowledge junkies, Uncle Eric! Every little bit counts... Geez!

[@wyattoneable]

Another informative video added to your library. Surely this will help lots of people. (I've been away without internet so I'm catching up).

[@jasonmock8163]

Good video. When in doubt keep it simply and yes we in Georgia consider the "Money Light" extra illumination when driving at night. #norust #noinspections

[@arthurspontiacfieroblog]

I've got a 2011 Sedona with the same code. Hooked up the smoke machine, after blocking off the vent...if there's smoke, it's really subtle. I see none. Used a die grinder to polish my inlet mirror smooth, and applied brake grease to the cap. Now, we play the waiting game.

[@VanWinger]

Just passed the OBD II Inspection with a gross evap leak, the system in my car only sets the CEL after 2 drive cycles. I cleared the codes, ran a drive cycle then put er through the inspection, = PASS, see ya next year.

[@satamanschmidt3428]

And you're proud of that? Remarkable.

[@SmittySmithsonite]

He should be. He now has more money in his pocket to feed his family! I know ... so terrible of him ...

[@testosteroneinc.3800]

Smitty Smithsonite Every repair channel has a resident arm-chair know it all. There's no arguing with him, or he will pop off at the mouth on how much he has done to improve the PLANET

[@VanWinger]

Just because he said something I may just swap my carb compliant cat for a test pipe, see how he likes that...

[@JMassengill]

you are a posting madman....we are spoiled. THANK YOU!

[@SouthMainAuto]

I am trying to keep up.

[@GrahamReid34]

I had terrible EVAP issues with a Skoda Octavia VRS (basically a MK5 Golf GTI with a different body shell) it had the 2.0TFSI engine, previous owner was overfilling the fuel tank and the excess fuel was filling the charcoal canister. Simple resolution stop at one click when pumping the fuel.

[@Cragified]

Modern tanks an evap systems are definitely not designed to be filled to the brim. With some it can even damage them by causing the evap canisters AC to break up and clog crap up.

[@troll6mafia]

So what should be done I have an engine ljne code p0456 and I actually do the over filling after one click so would I need to replace the whole charcoal cannister

[@BigDog50001]

Pretty silly that Kia will only toggle the canister vent solenoid bidirectionally and not allow you to keep it closed.

[@StevesAutoNtrucks]

it's not impossible to light up a filler neck, I seen it happen when my bud was looking in his, had the cap off in the dark, his brother lit a lighter real close said u need a light sparked it, bam burned his eye brows off, it was a 80's cutlass with the filler neck under the plate in the middle of the trunk lid.

[@MrPavePaws]

The code is known as a KIA08 It's a warning code that reminds you, hey bucko, you bought an 08 Kia...be prepared.

[@harryantonio3156]

pro trick: watch movies on flixzone. I've been using it for watching lots of of movies these days.

[@kannonshane8748]

@Harry Antonio yup, been watching on Flixzone} for since december myself =)

[@gvvq-pi5ml]

Hi Eric, i think you fixed it, but what i was gonna suggest is, I think if you use a snap on modis or verus etc, you can turn the valve on and off permanently not toggle, i'm not sure on that but think so, i have a feeling the valves both shut when you start up to do a pressure /vacuum test on the system, but i dont know how long that lasts for before it goes back to normal...Fred in UK.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Actually the Virus does very little on this vehicle that is why I used the Autel. 99% of the time if the Autel can not do it neither can the Snap-On

[@gvvq-pi5ml]

Well i think at the end of the day, as we say over here, if the light went off after you cleaned the tank rim, it must be ok, i suppose you could always stick 12 volts across the vent solenoid, i think one terminal is live, so i suppose you could ground out the other side...but i'm sure its ok now.....

[@sneakysnake109]

Awesome. was watching you shooting your M&P 9mm when the notification for this one popped up. I'm glad you did post this, even without proof. As a DIYer, I didn't know about the fuel level, but it makes perfect sense. Now I know, should I ever have an evap code that needs smoked, to wait till the fuel is at a low enough level for a proper test. Your failure to 100% find the problem taught me just as much as a confirmed fix. As always, love the channel and thanks for posting the video.

[@Blazer02LS]

Most have a range where it will run the EVAP monitor. A general rule is 1/4 tank to 3/4 tank.

[@austinweida5002]

I have a 2010 Sedona. I had a stuck closed purge valve. I replaced the one next to the motor and the one next to the canister now my check engine says I have a evap leak that wasnt there before. Cojld it be a bad gas cap?

[@johncavanagh3900]

I have 178K miles on a Mazda in TN. Originally a GA car. Can confirm rust isn't much of a thing down here. Granted, it's an MX5 with a lot of aluminum, but still.

[@crapper1]

I love South Carolina no inspections on my vehicle mechanic let its good but I'm sure the scan tool would crash with all the emission failures 🤣

[@saulns7159]

I thought for sure the brakeleen was coming out after that rust, but I was wrong. Maybe looking out for the paint job. Great Video as always!

[@SmittySmithsonite]

My first intro into OBD-II was an EVAP leak - probably why I hated it so much in the past! Picture trying to find a needle-in-a-haystack leak with no hose routing diagram, no understanding of how the system works, and no smoke machine, LOL - impossible! I ripped my hair out over my brother's girlfriend's Nissan sedan (forget the model now). Spent over an hour doing visuals and got nowhere! They should just include smoke machines with any modern vehicle sold in the Northeastern USA, or CA ... :D I've got my little paint-can smoke "machine" off eBay, so I can at least find the big leakers, plus bad vacuum leaks too. Stupid system. It's sole purpose is to suck money out of the public's wallets!

[@SouthMainAuto]

Man you must really like your brother... or his GF hahaha! Sorry man I had too!

[@SmittySmithsonite]

LOL it's all good! In hindsight I should have never bothered with that one. Thankfully they ended up selling it. Best day of my life, LOLOL!

[@andykidwell6187]

Is it just me or have there been a lot of KIA/Hyundai videos lately? There must be a dealer hawking Sedona's to middle aged women in Avoca like nobody's business.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Lol no just the way it is working out :D

[@scottfirman]

Using a block of beeswax on the filler cap tank neck seals the neck and prevents rust.

[@SouthMainAuto]

That is a great tip

[@JOHNPHUFNAGEL]

Great tip!! I would have never thought about it being full and not have any smoke out the filler tube.

[@grahamegoodwin5529]

JOHN HUFNAGEL how about putting the smoke directly into the gas tank and then closing it quickly

[@heathgarton3291]

Great video Eric. It's awesome to see a technician who knows what he is doing and honest enough to not rip off the customer. Here's a crazy question. Do you ever run out of smoke in your smoke machine, and if you do how do you refill it?

[@acehole1990]

Eric, you didn't test the vent valve! But yeah I've done a few of these and I've had the rusty filler neck but I've also seen a few Hyundais and kias with cracked canisters.

[@tomiokasam2242]

wish i had a mechanic around me like this guy. i have the same issue on my kia forte didnt think id be able to fix it without the proper tools...at least i see what the process is and know im not getting bullshitted when i go to a shop. great video thank you

[@haywardsautomotive6156]

Nice fix and in Georgia I have no idea what that red stuff is.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Oh come on now I can box some up and ship it down if you want!

[@haywardsautomotive6156]

HAHA that's okay. The Georgia Post Office would probably call in the swat team for the unknown substance & blow it up :D

[@SmittySmithsonite]

BWAHAHAHA! I would expect that reaction up here in MA too. :D

[@raymondbryde1706]

Hayward's Automotive look under the grass. I think they call it clay down there. Lol

[@haywardsautomotive6156]

HAHA Grass...what's that? I grow weeds b/c they require less water and are green almost year long. We have awesome dirt track racing b/c of that clay.

[@toysareforboys1]

Awesome video! Thanks for posting!!! They check our engine light here too (Ontario, Canada).

[@denniswilkinson1118]

Experience prevails, good call I'm sure the customer is happy.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Yep the light is still out and all is well

[@leedress2187]

I use a little oil or vaseline on my cap seals. old gas station mechanic taught me that one. I've never seen one rust like that though. and I'm in the rust belt. nice work as always!

[@throttlebottle5906]

should use silicone grease instead.

[@xoxo2008oxox]

I thought you shouldn't put pertroleum-based lube on there as the o-rings will break down. I've used plumber's grease (silicone) with good results. Heck, spray around the area with rust protector (ATC50 or Corrosion X).

[@leedress2187]

it never seemed to cause any issues. but I'll start using silicone from now on. thanks!

[@fieldsofomagh]

Basic diy components, one flat file and a tube of silicone grease and Bob's yer uncle !!

[@SouthMainAuto]

Yes sir!

[@davidrossmiller8349]

The 27 thumbs-down are because people don't know how to take the rust off of the filler neck 😂

[@scottfirman]

Its old,thats whats wrong. Dont they usually tell you to suspect the fuel cap first on evap leaks. I have replaced two on my Trailblazer. I changed them,run it,light goes out after a few cycles,problem solved. No service at a garage required.

[@GRowe1978]

The classic "rust-around"

[@SouthMainAuto]

hahah yes a classic move by the rust

[@rebeccasilverman2093]

GRowe1978 Haha

[@TONY-uc1ps]

The money light indeed, because I just pay 500$ to fix a p0456 code and the after 160 mile the check engine came back on.

[@EvanT1995]

Love that you stick by your diagnosis here. Sometimes what you need from your mechanic is a little bit of confidence.

[@wysetech2000]

Good call, Eric. If that wasn't the problem it soon will be.

[@garrettrobertson4002]

Great video, also could you do a big truck video?

[@CheezyDee]

Think that smoke machine will fill an entire passenger compartment? Ivan could have used it a couple months back when he was chasing a water intrusion issue on a Subaru. Could have made a lot of funny outtakes in the process.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Haha cheech and chong style!

[@paulcopeland9035]

Ivan has one of the same machines. Check the videos back about a month or so.

[@cardude5323]

South Main Auto Repair "Up in smoke... thats where my money goes, in my hair and in my eyes and up my nose"

[@ronbercan1000]

I don't understand why you did not empty the fuel tank to a ok level. While doing other work. And come back latter to run the smock test. Like your videos.

[@tonys623]

Here in Florida you can literally hack your cats off and nobody cares.

[@SM-yl7ip]

Hi, I have code P0456 but no check engine light and smog test failed, what should I be looking at?

[@mr.nobody9630]

You know what time is it???? Is Eric O. hope you had a great weekend and got some sleep??? Concise content, awesome content. " Yo Do you have any SMA Coffee Mugs or Shirt for sale anywhere" I didn't see any on your Amazon store???

[@SouthMainAuto]

Look in the description box. I may have a shirt or two

[@rayrowe2664]

makes my day to see a new video from you

[@rrcoster]

The most annoying code every made is the stupid evap code about 90% used vehicles ive owned in the good old salt states always get that code.

[@paulkirkland1535]

Good one Eric O, I've seen this many times before on Buicks Century and lesabre. It's the thing here in ontario Canada when it comes to dealing with rust. That darn road salt causes a lot of problems which leads to rust.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Yep those cars do it all the time

[@Zib187]

Not sure why anyone would use a lighter near the gas cap, but whatever floats their boat. I did once witness a guy with a lit cigarette in his hand that was on the gas hose trigger filling his tank. Somehow he survived.

[@snw56]

If I were in your shoes, I would have made the same call. Especially after customer agreed to rolling the dice.

[@snoopdogie187]

Even if this wasn't the correct problem this time, it was an issue that needed to be addressed soon anyway. The customer knew and agreed to the risk anyway, now just hopefully the customer is going to hold up end of the agreement and not be upset the one time it doesn't fix the problem.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Been some time now and the light is out and customer is happy :D

[@donaldmiller3064]

We do have to have emissions inspected on cars each year in Georgia. The inspection stations are linked directly to the state data base so, when you buy a license plate each year they know if the car has been inspected and passed or not. It can be a real pain in the back side here also, if your car fails.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Yep same system here

[@tragichero7746]

Get this code on our scion every 3-4 years now. Bad gas cap each time.

[@jimconway3301]

He used a match to check gas tank.Now they call him Skinless Frank.

[@mikehartmann5187]

Interesting coincidence - my niece called the other day saying her '04 Suzuki Aerio failed inspection on an evap leak code. Too bad it's a 4 hour or so drive to your shop...I don't have a smoke machine.

[@mrsemifixit]

98 Civic with small evap leak code that only comes on when outside temperatures are cold. Smoke machine didn't show any leaks. Warmer days the system passes checks no problem. Anyone ever encounter same issue?

[@opl500]

Not going to use any brake cleaner?

[@Bekim8310]

Hey Eric, congrats on 81k subscribers!! Hopefully soon you'll be at a Million!!

[@SouthMainAuto]

Thanks man

[@xoxo2008oxox]

Could the ethanol gas cause the corrosion? But cool...simple fix. oh, and THANK YOU! Got my SMA decal today! :)

[@grounded-b937]

a brass file .... haha, that's a good one. Used for filing down Styrofoam?

[@paulcopeland9035]

There are a whole range of hardened brass (bronze) tools available for those that work in explosive environments. Sparks are a especially bad thing when working around grain dust or plastics. Much more flammable and explosive than gasoline.

[@grounded-b937]

I am very aware of brass tools used in hazardous locations. Brass would be way too soft to make a file that would cut steel. And brass is very different than bronze. Bronze is not "hardened" brass. Two different alloys. Copper & zinc make brass. Copper & tin make bronze.

[@satamanschmidt3428]

I thought he was going to be a real man and go after that filler neck with a Scotchbrite cookie wheel. Guess he's not that crazy.

[@cardude5323]

SATAMAN Schmidt saw a guy on youtube once using an angle grinder to cut a hole in the floor to get to his fuel pump. you cant teach stupid. I believe he even tack welded it after.

[@SerenoOunce]

After sanding I'd run a film of super glue on the lip. Along with creating a plastic barrier it will fill in the pores in the metal for a smoother sealing surface and should last several years. I've done this w/ brake, fuel line, ect... when I see those blisters through the epoxy coating BEFORE there is a leak with good results.

[@63256325N]

I worked in an auto salvage yard/pick a part and we had more than one car catch on fire and burn to the ground, as it were, and never blow up. Had a bus type camper with a propane tank on it that burned, didn't blow up. Not saying it can't but I never witnessed it happen. Easy enough fix yeah? Thanks for the video.

[@stevec5657]

Are these smoke machines safe to use on an (empty) automotive A/C system to help find leaks? Yet, another cool video btw, thanks!

[@SouthMainAuto]

They are very low pressure so it likely would not be much help

[@SmittySmithsonite]

Maybe you can fill the system up with smoke, then hit it with nitrogen or argon ... or 134a (shhhh! Don't tell the EPA ... :D )? Not sure if that would work or not ... never tried it.

[@throttlebottle5906]

you wouldn't want the smoke "oil" or the moisture from air pumped into the system. put in a small amount of gas and pressurize with nitrogen, that should be more than enough for a sniffer leak detector to go off.

[@stevec5657]

I wasn't sure if the smoke machine would work for A/C leaks. Thanks for all the responses and tips.

[@cosmicallyderived]

Hey Eric, would you mind explaining to me why you couldn't siphon out some gas with a hose of some kind? Maybe a thin one for like airline tubing for an aquarium or something? Is that too risky a maneuver nowadays? Is there like some antitheft type rig on the filler necks and what not?

[@markwalsh8411]

The one time a car comes in full to the neck of fuel is when you need it not full of fuel🙄🙄

[@twinsonic65]

Another video, cool - this is better than watch reruns on television during summer hiatus........Keep it up - Thanks!!!!

[@danfloyd695]

A very effective use of smoke and mirrors!

[@samsonbreed6049]

Screw it bro..things aren't always 100% absolute in life. Sometimes you gotta roll the 🎲 great video 👍

[@davids8956]

Hey, I got a Kia ad Before the video.

[@SouthMainAuto]

How appropriate!

[@krzbwags]

I have this same code on a 2010 Sedona. This is an informative video but unfortunately it's not clear what hose he hooks the smoke machine to.

[@xishootstuffx]

5:38 I'm about to pinch it off myself. Thanks for the "regular" uploads!

[@SmittySmithsonite]

HAHAHA! "TMI", as the kids say! :D

[@mikedayitt]

I am DIY guy who works on his cars at home.Can you recommend any low cost smoke detector seeing I can no way afford a $800 smoke detector.

[@Thunderroad8517]

I got a Hyundai Elantra with a cracked charcoal canister too. Thanks for the tips Mr O!!!

[@cantstandya112]

When it's pretty much a slam dunk that the filler neck rim is rusted and the gas cap needs to be replaced, why charge the person 1-2 hours shop time to do all this diagnostics when they could take a chance of just cleaning the rust and change the cap at a $20 gamble over a $200 bill? Worst case scenario it doesn't work and then they need the diagnosis... but then I guess the shop has more to lose not getting a bigger pay.

[@richardcranium5839]

well ya couldda hooked the fuel line to a bucket and energized the fuel pump to get that level down far enough you could show us. oh well i had my sma and my morning coffe so all is good.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Bahhh at that point I would just have the customer drive it and then bring it back if I had too.

[@alexmessina7652]

Hey Eric, nothing wrong with the power of deduction .... definitely nailed it again. Vote 1 Eric O ....

[@davidhoekje7842]

Thanks Eric. I was hoping you weren't going to grab the scotchbrite on the pneumatic tool. lol

[@int53185]

I wish that would have worked on my Buick. Had a leaky filler neck collar.

[@todayintheshopbanksy5904]

11:07 OMG he's going to torch it!

[@TomO-if7nh]

From a fellow Northeast US, Thank you for this. most videos just show to replace the gas cap.

[@adamjoseph1970]

Is it possible that P0456 can cause the P0420 code??

[@WarTheory]

Yep true...P0455 is gas cap....thank you autozone

[@scoopdupe3970]

im sure eric doesnt want viewers to light a lighter near there gas cap i think he forgot to say that so i will for him

[@SouthMainAuto]

Natural selection I figure

[@SmittySmithsonite]

:D INDEED! :D

[@satamanschmidt3428]

I'm a big fan of Darwin as well.

[@lilturk726]

Dang, for a second I felt like I was in Eric Forman's basement. It was gettin a little shmokey

[@stewart4295]

That rust Eric as a vehicle owner, would give me the shits. As a mechanic, rust is your money light and keeps food on the table. One needs to own an all aluminum car to live in your area. Enjoying your tubes, regards Stewart.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Funny thing is, this salt the put down turns aluminium to powder faster than steel.

[@stewart4295]

South Main Auto Repair Wow, serious stuff! Stewart.

[@SouthMainAuto]

It's madness!

[@alexdashevsky2180]

Hi Eric. My name is Alex. I wood like to make appointment in your shop. To do smoke test and check EVAP system on my Elantra 2001.

[@timlee4527]

I just ordered a Bates cap for kia 02 optima. Use obd to clear ecl

[@timlee4527]

Imagine how he could charge 3000.00 for 6 dollar job

[@zexelM]

What if silicone lube ends up in gas, would it foul up oxygen sensor?

[@throttlebottle5906]

the small amount used there, is likely less than the contaminates in the gas to start with :)

[@ewaltsauto]

Love awaking up to watch your new videos, my morning wake up call

[@davidd8435]

I asked this question on your Facebook site, so here goes again. I've read a few articles lately about not topping off the gas tank when refueling. They said just stop when the pump automatically clicks off otherwise there maybe a chance on damaging the EVAP canister or the EVAP system, your thoughts on this, thanks.

[@SouthMainAuto]

I 100% agree. I have fixed man swamped EVAP cans from over fueling. Especially on Toyota's for some reason.

[@kevinday4474]

Thanks for deciding to post anyway; even the comment about silicone lube (vs. petroleum based) is a useful tip!

[@COSMACELF1802]

Excellent Video! You did right to just go for the cap, the proof is right there in the weak cap and rusty lip. Besides, it wasn't anywhere forward of the canister, so there really was very few other places that it could be. Even if it wasn't the cap & lip, it soon would have been, so that was not a waste of money or an unneeded repair.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Yep customer is happy and it has been a while now and the light never came back on. I call it fixed.

[@IIGrayfoxII]

There should be a recall for that rusty fuel neck.

[@klwthe3rd]

I really like and appreciate that Eric O. wanted to show us definitively the cause of the problem. He did everything he could do but all the factors (like gas tank full) were not in his favor. I always enjoy SMA videos because he wants to show his viewers the 100% problem with no guessing. Parts changers are just no kewl. Thanks Eric!

[@SouthMainAuto]

Thanks kenneth

[@nathz86]

Denmark

[@jasonschnell0205]

How about p0455 on a 2010 kia Sedona