Hello I have a 2012 Infiniti G37 that won’t pass smog bec...
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Hello I have a 2012 Infiniti G37 that won’t pass smog because of check engine light. When scanned I got code P0456. Took to local shop and they stated small evap leak and had the car smoked to find it. They said it was in the rear...
Hello I have a 2012 Infiniti G37 that won’t pass smog because of check engine light. When scanned I got code P0456. Took to local shop and they stated small evap leak and had the car smoked to find it. They said it was in the rear of the car and some hoses were not connected properly. Picked up the car drove for a day got a loose fuel cap warning with CEL. This part was previously replaced with a dealer part. I need to get the issue fixed as my tags are expired. Please help!
Mechanic's Assistant: Does the light stay on, or does it blink?
Stays on
Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your G37 yourself? What have you tried so far?
No took it to a local shop. That’s the info I received
Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you?
I was also told it could be the purge valve
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Chris (aka- Moose)
251 days ago
Automotive Expert
Howdy from Tennessee, I'm Chris aka Moose. Who am I helping today? I'm glad you've come here to get help. I will do my best to get the answer you are looking for. I help many customers, so sometimes my replies are delayed, I will respond once available. I try to be online at 1-5 pm and 10 pm-5 am every day.
- Have you gone back to the place that diagnosed it but did not repair it correctly?
- Are you planning to diagnose and repair yourself, if so do you have a scan tool and smoke machine to find the leak?
Customer
251 days ago
Not sure if i feel comfortable taking it back to the same place. And I don’t know how to repair it myself.
Chris (aka- Moose)
251 days ago
Automotive Expert
I understand.
I can help you diagnose and repair if you have access to the tools needed.
Chris (aka- Moose)
251 days ago
Automotive Expert
Since you were not able to reply to the info request I sent. I cannot be as accurate and thorough as I would like in my answer. I hope what I can provide does help.
It may be best to take the vehicle back to the shop or to another to get tested again. The tools needed to find an EVAP leak are rarely owned by DIYers.
Thank you for seeking us for help, I hope I provided what was needed. Press reply if you need to follow up. If you liked my answer please let me know so I can mark your question complete. Moose
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Hello I have a 2012 Infiniti G37 that won’t pass smog because of check engine light. When scanned I got code P0456. Took to local shop and they stated small evap leak and had the car smoked to find it. They said it was in the rear...
Hello I have a 2012 Infiniti G37 that won’t pass smog because of check engine light. When scanned I got code P0456. Took to local shop and they stated small evap leak and had the car smoked to find it. They said it was in the rear of the car and some hoses were not connected properly. Picked up the car drove for a day got a loose fuel cap warning with CEL. This part was previously replaced with a dealer part. I need to get the issue fixed as my tags are expired. Please help! Mechanic's Assistant: Does the light stay on, or does it blink? Stays on Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your G37 yourself? What have you tried so far? No took it to a local shop. That’s the info I received Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you? I was also told it could be the purge valve