P0456: EVAP Control System Leak Detected (Very Small Leak)

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P0456 - EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM LEAK DETECTED (VERY SMALL LEAK)

Description:	The PCM monitors the complete EVAP control system for the presence of a very small fuel vapor leak. The system failure occurs when a fuel vapor leak from an opening as small as 0.508 mm (0.020 inch) is detected by the EVAP running loss monitor test.
Possible Causes:	Very small holes or cuts in the fuel vapor hoses/tubes. Loose fuel vapor hose/tube connections to the EVAP system components. EVAP system component seals leaking (refer to Possible Causes under DTC P0442).
Diagnostic Aids:	-
Application	Key On Engine Off	Key On Engine Running	Continuous Memory
All	-	-	GO to PINPOINT TEST HX: EVAPORATIVE EMISSION (EVAP) MONITOR AND SYSTEM Step 55.