Where is the vent valve canister? - 2006 Chevrolet Aveo

Found this on YouTube. How to Test and Replace EVAP Pressure Sensor P0450 Its behind the drivers side rear tire.

DTC P0446: Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Vent System Performance
Circuit/System Description
This DTC tests the evaporative emission (EVAP) system for a restricted or blocked EVAP vent path. The control module commands the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve Open and the EVAP canister vent solenoid valve Closed. This allows vacuum to be applied to the EVAP system. Once a calibrated vacuum level has been reached, the control module commands the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve Closed and the EVAP canister vent solenoid valve Open. The control module monitors the fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor for a decrease in vacuum. If the vacuum does not decrease to near 0 inch H2O in a calibrated time, this DTC sets.
Diagnostic Aids
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An intermittent condition could be caused by a damaged EVAP vent housing, a temporary blockage at the EVAP canister vent solenoid valve inlet, or a pinched vent hose. A blockage in the vent system will also cause a poor fuel fill problem.

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An EVAP canister, vent hose, or vent solenoid valve that has restricted flow may cause this DTC to set. Using a purge solenoid command with a scan tool will allow vacuum to be applied to the system instead of pressure. With the engine running, the EVAP canister vent solenoid valve open, and the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve commanded to 100 percent, the fuel tank vacuum should not increase to more than 5 inches H2O.

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An EVAP canister filter that is restricted can cause this DTC to set. Refer to Evaporative Emission Canister Replacement .

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Disconnecting one component at a time while the EVAP system is under flow will help to pinpoint a restriction in the system

Do you have a scan tool that reads data PID'S ?
Your FTP - fuel tank pressure sensor could be at fault !

Ignition ON and fuel cap removed, verify that the FTP sensor parameter is between 1.3-1.7 volts. ?‡'
If not within the specified range, go to the FTP sensor section in Circuit/System Testing.

1. Install the fuel cap.
2. With the engine running, the EVAP canister vent solenoid valve open, and the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve commanded to 100 percent, the fuel tank vacuum should not increase to more than 12 inches H2O.

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If the fuel tank vacuum is greater than the specified range, go to the restriction section in Circuit/System Testing.

If

It's located under the vehicle back behind the fuel tank , Installed in the canister ! Remove the EVAP canister vent solenoid valve from the canister !
Rotate the EVAP canister vent solenoid valve counterclockwise in order to release it from the locked position.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister harness electrical connector (2) from the EVAP vent solenoid valve. Clean away any debris that may be present around the EVAP canister vent solenoid valve.
Remove the EVAP canister bolt. Lower the EVAP canister.

older nissan? evap canister purge fault. check for loose or rotten/disconnected vacuum hoses before testing the vapor canister purge valve.
The charcoal canisters also clog up. Do some diagnosing before you go changing parts.

P1448 NISSAN - EVAP Canister Vent Control Valve Open

Possible causes- EVAP control system pressure sensor and the circuit
- Blocked rubber tube to EVAP canister vent control valve
- EVAP canister vent control valve
- Water separator
- EVAP canister is saturated with waterWhen is the code detected?EVAP canister vent control valve remains open under specified driving conditions.

This Pinpoint Test is intended to diagnose the following:

• Canister vent (CV) solenoid (9F945) (electrical concern only)
• Fuel filler cap (9030)
• Fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor (9C052)
• EVAP canister tube (fuel tank to EVAP canister)(9A228)
• Fuel canister purge outlet tube (EVAP canister to EVAP canister purge valve) (9D661)
• EVAP return tube (EVAP canister purge valve to intake manifold) (9G271)
• EVAP canister purge valve (9C915)
• Vacuum source line (input port vacuum to intake manifold)
• Harness circuits: CV, FLI, FTP, EVAP Canister Purge Valve, SIG RTN, vehicle power (VPWR), reference voltage (VREF) and power ground (PWR GND)
• Powertrain control module (PCM) (12A650)

This Pinpoint Test is used as an assistance in diagnosing the following EVAP components:

• EVAP canister and bracket assembly (9E857)
  • EVAP canister sleeve assembly (fitting)(9D925)
  • Canister vent (CV) solenoid - hose assembly (9F976 or 9K318)
  • EVAP canister (9D653)
  • Canister vent (CV) solenoid (9F945)(mechanical concern only)
• Fill limit valve assembly (9A086)
• Fuel filler pipe flapper valve (9B085)
• Fuel filler pipe check valve (9189), assembly (9285)
• Fuel tank filler pipe (9034)
• Fuel tank assembly (with fuel vapor vent valve) (9K007)
• Fuel tank assembly (without fuel vapor vent valve) (9002)
• Fuel vapor control valve (9B190)
• Fuel vapor vent valve (9B593)
• Liquid/vapor fuel discriminator (9G332)
• On-board refueling vapor recovery (ORVR) T - connector assembly (9S314)

Description For additional information on the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) System, refer to Section 1A .
For additional information on the Evaporative Emission System Monitor, refer to Section 1A .
Pinpoint Test Schematics Escort/Tracer (2V)

P1446 - EVAP Canister Vent Control Valve Close
EVAP canister vent control valve remains closed under specified driving conditions.

This solenoid valve responds to signals from the ECM. When the ECM sends an ON signal, the coil in the solenoid valve is energized. A plunger will then move to seal the canister vent. The ability to seal the vent is necessary for the on board diagnosis of other evaporative emission control system components.

This solenoid valve is used only for diagnosis, and usually remains opened. When the vent is closed, under normal purge conditions, the evaporative emission control system is depressurized and allows EVAP Control System (Small Leak) diagnosis.

The EVAP canister vent control valve is located on the EVAP canister and is used to seal the canister vent.

Symptoms:
- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

About the possible causes that your must solved:
- EVAP control system pressure sensor and the circuit
- Blocked rubber tube to EVAP canister vent control valve
- EVAP canister vent control valve
- Water separator
- EVAP canister is saturated with water


Hope this helps.

Hi, your EVAP vent valve is likely stuck closed. The valve is under the car near the fuel tank. Remove the valve and check to see if it's stuck. You may be able to restore operation by cleaning the valve with carb cleaner. The valve should be open when no voltage is applied. I have pasted instructions below from autozone.com. Please let me know if you have any questions, and thanks for using FixYa.
Vent Solenoid Valve
2.2L & 2.4L Engines

1. Raise the vehicle
2. Loosen the EVAP canister vent valve hose clamp and slide the clamp down the hose away from the EVAP vent valve hose connection.
3. Remove the hose from the EVAP canister vent valve.
4. Remove the EVAP canister vent valve by placing a pry bar between the valve and mounting surface, and moving the valve forward.
5. Remove the clip from the EVAP canister vent valve harness connector
6. Disconnect the EVAP canister vent valve harness connector.

To install:

1. Connect the EVAP canister vent valve harness connector
2. Install the clip into the EVAP canister vent valve harness connector.
3. Install the EVAP canister vent valve by pushing the mounts into the original holes.
4. Lubricate the hose end with lubricant.
5. Install the hose to the EVAP canister vent valve.
6. Slide the EVAP canister vent valve hose clamp down on to the hose connection at the EVAP canister vent valve.
7. Lower the vehicle.

EVAP System Vent Circuit Malfunction

This diagnosis detects leaks in the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) purge line using of vapor pressure in the fuel tank. The EVAP canister vent control valve is closed to shut the EVAP purge line. The vacuum cut valve bypass valve will then be opened to clear the line between the fuel tank and the EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve. The EVAP control system pressure sensor can now monitor the pressure inside the fuel tank. If pressure increases, the Engine Control Module (ECM) will check for leaks in the line between the vacuum cut valve and EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve.

Possible causes
- Incorrect fuel tank vacuum relief valve
- Incorrect fuel filler cap used
- Fuel filler cap remains open or fails to close
- Foreign matter caught in fuel filler cap
- Leak is in line between intake manifold and EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve
- Foreign matter caught in EVAP canister vent control valve
- EVAP canister or fuel tank leaks
- EVAP purge line (pipe and rubber tube) leaks
- EVAP purge line rubber tube bent
- Blocked or bent rubber tube to EVAP control system pressure sensor
- Loose or disconnected rubber tube
- EVAP canister vent control valve and the circuit
- O-ring of EVAP canister vent control valve is missing or damaged
- EVAP canister is saturated with water
- EVAP control system pressure sensor
- Absolute pressure sensor

Possible solution
- Loose fuel filler cap
- Leaking fuel filler cap


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Some might have an ses p0446, evap emissions vent circuit low. If you take it to the dealer they want 300-400.00 to fix the problem. GM has a service bulletin on this condition and have the updated part for 180.00, thats suppose to eliminate this issue.

Basically the problem is, the evap purge vent valve gets clogged with dirt, especially if the truck is used in dirty conditions. Well I figured there had to be a cheaper way to cure this problem.

Here it is:
1) find the location of the vent valve; its under the truck, locate the charcoal canister on the front of the gas tank and trace the vent line to the vent valve.
2) Take the bracket loose with a 5/8 wrench.
3) Spin the valve around so the side with the hole is facing you.
4) Take an air compressor and blow the vent valve out.
5) reinstall and clear the code and it's fixed.

Now I know the updated part from gm is supposed to keep the valve from clogging ever again, but why spend the money when all you have to do is blow out the vent valve every 50k-100kmi and save your $$$!

Subject: DTC P0446 (Restricted/Blocked EVAP Vent Path) Set, Service Engine Soon (SES) Lamp Illuminated (Replace Hose/Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Vent Asm) #02-06-04-037A - (02/02/2005)
Models:
- 1999-2003 Chevrolet Silverado Models
- 1999-2003 GMC Sierra Models
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This bulletin is being revised to add model years. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 02-06-04-037 (Section 06 -- Engine/Propulsion System).
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Condition
Some customers whose vehicles are operated in dusty type environments, such as farming or mining off-road type applications, may comment about the illumination of the instrument panel SES light, with a DTC of P0446 (Restricted/Blocked EVAP Vent Path) being set.

Cause
Dirt and dust intrusion into the EVAP canister vent hose assembly, resulting in restricted air flow, may cause this condition.

Part Number 15086429 Hose Asm-Evap Emis Cnstr Vent


Removal & Installation
Purge Solenoid Valve-2.2L (L61) Engine

1. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve harness connector.
2. Disconnect the vacuum pipe from the EVAP canister purge valve.
3. Disconnect the purge pipe from the EVAP canister purge valve.
4. Remove the EVAP canister purge valve and bracket.
5. Remove the EVAP canister purge valve from the purge bracket.
6. Inspect for carbon release in the EVAP canister purge valve ports.
   

To install:

1. Install the EVAP canister purge valve on to the purge bracket.
2. Install the EVAP canister purge valve and bracket. Tighten the purge bracket nut to 71 inch lbs. (8 Nm).
3. Connect the purge pipe to the EVAP canister purge valve.
4. Connect the vacuum pipe to the EVAP canister purge valve.
5. Connect the EVAP canister purge valve harness connector.
6. Remove the air cleaner outlet resonator.
7. Disconnect the EVAP canister purge valve harness connector.
8. Disconnect the engine purge pipe from the EVAP canister purge valve.
9. Disconnect the engine vacuum pipe from the EVAP canister purge valve.
10. Remove the EVAP canister purge valve mounting bracket attaching bolt.
11. Remove the EVAP canister purge valve along with the mounting bracket.
12. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure. Tighten the bracket bolts to 71 inch lbs. (8 Nm).

Purge Solenoid Valve-2.4L Engines

1. Remove the front purge pipe from the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve.
2. Remove the rear purge pipe from the EVAP canister purge valve.
   NOTE The EVAP canister may have released carbon particles, which caused this part to fail, and may cause damage to other components. Check the EVAP canister for loose carbon before returning the vehicle to service.
   
3. Disconnect the EVAP canister purge valve electrical connector.
4. Insert a screwdriver between the EVAP canister purge valve and the mounting bracket in order to release the lock tab.
5. Remove the EVAP canister purge valve mounting bracket attaching nut, if replacing the bracket.
6. Remove the bracket.
   

To install:

1. Install the mounting bracket and the attaching nut for the EVAP canister purge valve. Tighten the nut to 71 inch lbs. (8 Nm).
2. Slide the EVAP canister purge valve onto the mounting bracket. Make sure the lock tab locks the valve in place.
3. Connect the EVAP canister purge valve electrical connector.
4. Connect the rear purge pipe to the EVAP canister purge valve.
5. Connect the front purge pipe to the EVAP canister purge valve.

Vent Solenoid Valve-2.2L & 2.4L Engines

1. Raise the vehicle
2. Loosen the EVAP canister vent valve hose clamp and slide the clamp down the hose away from the EVAP vent valve hose connection.
3. Remove the hose from the EVAP canister vent valve.
4. Remove the EVAP canister vent valve by placing a pry bar between the valve and mounting surface, and moving the valve forward.
5. Remove the clip from the EVAP canister vent valve harness connector
6. Disconnect the EVAP canister vent valve harness connector.
   

To install:

1. Connect the EVAP canister vent valve harness connector
2. Install the clip into the EVAP canister vent valve harness connector.
3. Install the EVAP canister vent valve by pushing the mounts into the original holes.
4. Lubricate the hose end with lubricant.
5. Install the hose to the EVAP canister vent valve.
6. Slide the EVAP canister vent valve hose clamp down on to the hose connection at the EVAP canister vent valve.
7. Lower the vehicle.

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