Code P0440 on 2001 Kia Sportage EX

sportage_ex · 02-13-2007, 11:22 AM

Hey guys, I had the "check engine" light on and used a U380 OBDII/EOBDII Memo Scanner and this is the code that came up

P0440 - EVAP Emission Control System Malfunction

Does anyone know what needs to get done?

Thanks in advance for all the info!

hvac1000 · 02-13-2007, 11:40 AM

Check the gas cap first. If you are lucky the gas cap is just loose or the gasket is defective.

sportage_ex · 02-13-2007, 12:56 PM

Thanks for the reply.

If it's the gasket, would an extremely limited mechanic like myself be able to fix it? If not how much does something like that cost?

mgbgt1972 · 02-13-2007, 09:14 PM

Your gas cap is loose or faulty!

CaptDave · 02-14-2007, 01:10 PM

Make sure when you put it on after filling up you turn it a few times. I also spray mine with silicone once in a while.

velian · 02-15-2007, 06:27 PM

I'm just curious here. What spray do U use?