Code P0455?

PATTIE MORRIS

MEMBER
2004 BUICK CENTURY
3.1L
V6
AUTOMATIC
150,000 MILES

Car runs fine, but intermittently stalling every couple days. I replaced the purge solenoid valve and small u-shaped hose. The car ran good after that for a couple days then stalling again. I checked the fuel cap it seemed tight. I can’t see any cracked or leaking hoses. Can it be a fuel pump problem? Need advice.

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
109,645 POSTS

Hi,

The code indicates a large EVAP leak. Usually, something is broken, disconnected, or rusted.

If you haven't already, check the fuel tank filler tube for rust holes. Also, have you had the fuel cap tested? It can be faulty.

I attached the evap system schematic below. (See pic 1 below) Check as many of the things you can. Also, make sure the PCV hose is not cracked or disconnected. (See pic 2 below.)

If you are unable to locate the leak, then it would be a good idea to have the EVAP system smoke tested. Smoke is injected at very low pressure into the EVAP system. If there is a leak, the smoke will come out at that point.

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.

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