OBD Guide

P24D9

EVAP System Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Intermittent

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Unstable engine idling
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • The smell of gasoline in or around the car
  • Problems passing toxicity testing

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the sensor wiring harness
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • EVAP pressure sensor malfunction
  • Problems with the engine control unit (ECU)
  • EVAP system leak

How to Fix

  1. Check the wiring harness and sensor connectors for damage.
  2. Clean the contacts of the sensor connector
  3. Check the resistance and signal of the EVAP pressure sensor
  4. Replace EVAP pressure sensor if necessary
  5. Check the EVAP system for leaks

Related codes

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