OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P017F EVAP System Leak Detection Pump Module Air Filter Restricted
Air filter on the EVAP leak detection pump module is restricted. Leak detection cannot establish reference pressure.
Is it safe to drive with P017F?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyAir filter clogged with dirt
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Possible smell of fuel near tank or engine bay
- Failed emissions inspection
- Loose-cap warning may appear
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.3–1.5 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Evap Pump Module, Pump Air Filter
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- P0181Fuel Temperature Sensor A Circuit Range / Performance
- P0182Fuel Temperature Sensor A Circuit Low Input
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.