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Old Jan 12, 2018 | 05:05 AM
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Evap problems

My 2010 HHR with a 2.4 engine is throwing two codes po171 and 496 and I've already changed the evap canister solenoid what do I do next
Old Jan 12, 2018 | 05:50 AM
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The problem could be that you're writing the code incorrectly. It is P0171.
P codes are followed by 4 numerals (not a small case letter "o" like you posted)

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Old Jan 12, 2018 | 08:45 AM
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Usually means the EVAP purge valve (the one under the hood).


Old Jan 12, 2018 | 09:01 AM
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Welcome to the site,

P0171 code points toward a dirty MAF sensor, a cracked flex pipe or clogged catalytic converter per

https://www.obd-codes.com/p0171

I suggest you go systematically and look at one thing at a time, my money is on the flex pipe.

P0496 pertains to the evap Solenoid and or the evap canister
Per

https://www.obd-codes.com/p0496
Old Jan 12, 2018 | 09:45 AM
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Well, not exactly. If the purge valve is stuck open (p0496 purge flow when commanded off) you can get a P0171 (too much air in the A/F). And hard starting.

The terminology used for the valves is very confusing, that's why I try to define which one physically. Sometimes the purge valve (under hood) is called the charcoal canister purge valve/solenoid and the other one is called charcoal canister vent valve/solenoid.
Old Jan 12, 2018 | 10:18 AM
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Im just pointing towards causes and solutions, check the flex pipe, test the under the hood EVAP Solenoid
If you can blow thru it , replace it.


Old Jan 12, 2018 | 01:15 PM
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Are you running any sort of cold air intake system or have you modified the intake system in any way?
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