AboutRoland Finston Expertise I take questions about domestic Chrysler-product front wheel drive cars and minivans for the years 1982-2000 based upon my experience and shop manuals. I don't have detailed information (e.g. manuals) nor expertise for Jeeps, trucks, SUV's, import vehicles, or for years more recent than 2000 (except Sebring/Stratus I have '03).
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Experience I have been a do-it-yourself auto hobbyist for 5 decades, and most recently have been concentrating on the various Chrysler Corporation domestic front wheel drive cars and vans. I have shop manuals and wiring diagrams for many models for the years '83-'00, as well as rear wheel drive cars for the early 80's. I enjoy analyzing problems that other Chrysler enthusiasts are having and sharing my information.
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Question I have had the service engine light come on in my 1998 grand voyager and had it tested and a code came up of PO442.
What should I check for first and then the next.
My wife also said the car jumped while driving. I have not had that problem.
Answer Hi George,
It means a small leak in the gas evaporation system has been detected. It can be caused often by a loose gas cap. So check that. Beyond that you will need to check the hoses and valves and canister and pump that are part of that system for loose fittings. If that proves unremarkable and the code doesn't self-erase after a few days to a couple of weeks of driving then probably a leak detection device will be needed to find the problem of such a small leak. If you don't have a repair manual that describes that system, I can xerox copy and postal mail you the 5 pages about that system if you would like. I would appreciate your mailing back to me three 42 cent stamps that would cover my costs, once you receive the pages. Use the Thank and Rate tab below to let me know and give me a postal mailing address.
Roland
