Check Engine Code # P0447 in '01 Forester

[Rodwreck]

Hi;

I have an '01 Forester with the Check Engine light on.
It is showing Code # P0447 with my Innova 3100 OBD2 Code Reader.
Any help with what this code refers to and how to effect a fix would
be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!
Rod.

 

[beertender]

Hi;

I have an '01 Forester with the Check Engine light on.
It is showing Code # P0447 with my Innova 3100 OBD2 Code Reader.
Any help with what this code refers to and how to effect a fix would
be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

P0447 = Evaporative emission control system vent control low input.

Check that your gas cap is on tightly first.

zero

 

[Rodwreck]

Hi;
Thanks for the response.
Gas cap is on tightly.
The CEL has been on for some time now.
When I try to cancel the code so the light goes out I am unsucsessful,
as the car will start, then stall out.
Upon resarting the CEL is back on.
Any further input on this is appreciated!
Rod.

 

[jb]

Hi;

Thanks for the response.
Gas cap is on tightly.
The CEL has been on for some time now.
When I try to cancel the code so the light goes out I am unsucsessful,
as the car will start, then stall out.
Upon resarting the CEL is back on.
Any further input on this is appreciated!
Rod.

A sensor in the emissions system has gone low.

Try
http://www.scoobymods.com/forums/showthread.php?s=fec17e12624b0b14a69bbc2569
47adfa&p=14318#post14318
Same problem, looks like you've gotta jack your car up and **** around with
some wiring.

Basically, as most subarus are built the same at the factory, then tuned,
detuned, and extra gear put on in the country they'll be sold - ie your
emissions gear - it's probably a hack job with the wiring.

As the bloke above has done, if the solder joint is too corroded to fix,
then use a pinch / splice connector. Just make sure you crush the metal tab
in properly.

Also, reinforce it from the weather. Some liquid electrical tape should do
it, from a good electrical store.

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