What causes P1442 on a Ford?

Aging fuel cap gasket seeping vapor Pinhole cracks in EVAP hoses Seeping filler neck seal Purge or vent valve not fully sealing Cracked charcoal canister

How do I fix P1442 on a Ford?

Inspect and reseat or replace the fuel cap first Run a drive cycle to see if the code returns Smoke test the EVAP system for the small leak Test purge and vent valve sealing Replace the leaking hose, seal or canister found by the test

P1442 EVAP System Small Leak Detected

Q: What does P1442 mean on a Ford?

P1442 — EVAP System Small Leak Detected. Applies to Mustang, F-150, Taurus, Explorer (1990s–2000s EVAP systems).

Category: Powertrain - Auxiliary Emissions Controls
Severity: Check Engine Light
Applies to: Mustang, F-150, Taurus, Explorer (1990s–2000s EVAP systems)

What does P1442 mean on a Ford?

P1442 — EVAP System Small Leak Detected. This Ford-enhanced code applies to Mustang, F-150, Taurus, Explorer (1990s–2000s EVAP systems).

Common causes of P1442

Aging fuel cap gasket seeping vapor
Pinhole cracks in EVAP hoses
Seeping filler neck seal
Purge or vent valve not fully sealing
Cracked charcoal canister

How to fix P1442

Inspect and reseat or replace the fuel cap first
Run a drive cycle to see if the code returns
Smoke test the EVAP system for the small leak
Test purge and vent valve sealing
Replace the leaking hose, seal or canister found by the test