P2026

EVAP Fuel Vapor Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Voltage

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Check Engine light comes on
Increased fuel consumption
Problems starting the engine
Unstable engine operation at idle
Smell of gasoline in the cabin

Causes

Fuel vapor temperature sensor malfunction
Open or short circuit in wiring
Poor contact in the sensor connector
Problems with the engine control unit
EVAP system malfunction

How to Fix

Check fuel vapor temperature sensor
Check the integrity of wiring and connectors
Check the voltage in the sensor circuit
Replace sensor if necessary
Check the operation of the EVAP system

Related codes

P2025 P2027 P0440