What are the common signs of a faulty fuel cap in a Toyota Prius?

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What are the common signs of a faulty fuel cap in a Toyota Prius?

Symptoms include:

Check Engine Light CEL turns on
Fuel smell around the car
Poor fuel economy
Difficulty tightening the fuel cap
Evaporation leak codes P0455, P0442 on an OBD-II scanner

Zarnish asked on 14 Feb 2025 10:44:16 am

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Car Mechanic Expert - on 14 Feb 2025 11:11:04 am

Signs that the fuel cap may be faulty include:

Check Engine Light CEL: This is the most common symptom of a fuel cap issue. The EVAP system detects an issue, causing the CEL to turn on.
Fuel smell around the car: A leaking fuel cap can cause the smell of gasoline to emanate from the vehicle.
Poor fuel economy: Leaking fuel vapors can reduce overall fuel efficiency.
Difficulty tightening the fuel cap: If the cap doesn’t tighten properly o r feels loose, it may indicate wear o r damage.
Evaporation leak codes P0455, P0442: These error codes can be detected using an OBD-II scanner, indicating a problem with the EVAP system due to a faulty fuel cap.