P2420 OBD-II: Evaporative Emission System Switching Valve Control Circuit High
P2420 Severity
Will P2420 go away on its own?
Once the vehicle's onboard system no longer detects the issue, most codes will disappear on their own. If your vehicle still has this code, however, it should be properly diagnosed to avoid a more serious problem.
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Moderate severity codes might not threaten the vehicle's safety or functionality immediately, but you should still get it diagnosed within a reasonable time frame to keep your car running well.
What causes OBD-II fault code P2420?
The Leak Detection Pump is part of the Evaporative Emissions System. After the vehicle has been sitting for a few hours, this pump will turn on and create a vacuum in the EVAP system. The engine computer (PCM) runs this test when the vehicle is off. If the PCM does not see the Leak Detection Pump activate as requested, or does not see a vacuum created in the EVAP System, the PCM will set code P2420.
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OBD II Fault Code
- OBD II P2420
OBD-II Code Powertrain Control Module (PCM) failure is defined as a Evaporative Emission System Switching Valve Control Circuit High
The Leak Detection Pump is part of the Evaporative Emissions System. After the vehicle has been sitting for a few hours, this pump will turn on and create a vacuum in the EVAP system. The engine computer (PCM) runs this test when the vehicle is off. If the PCM does not see the Leak Detection Pump activate as requested, or does not see a vacuum created in the EVAP System, the PCM will set code P2420.
Common Problems That Trigger the P2420 Code
- Canister pump module failure
- Leaking or restricted evap hose
- Powertrain Control Module (PCM) failure
- Wiring issue
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