Camry Check Engine Light/"Evap System"?

What was the code on the first engine check light? Looks like there was a TSB on this (tech service bulletin) Look here for the number...p0446

Ensure the gas cap is on securely and that the gasket is in good shape. Double check also to ensure the hose of the VSV valve on the air filter is seating properly on the air filter housing as it tends to be disturbed during the verification/maintenance of the air filter. Technically, when the engine is off, fuel vapors from the fuel tank and air cleaner housing are routed through hoses to the EVAP canister which is filled with activated charcoal to absorb and store fuel vapors. When the engine is running and warmed to a pre-set temperature, a valve (TVV or VSV) opens allowing intake vacuum manifold to draw the fuel vapors from the canister to the intake manifold where they are mixed with the intake air before being burned with the air/fuel mixture inside the combustion chambers. Hope this helps.

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Hi,

I had the similar experience with my 00 Camry, although the sequence of events was in a reversed order. The light came on for the first time two weeks ago. The mechanic at my dealership pulled code #0446 and replaced the VSV valve. They charged my $200+ for this ($90 for retrieving the code alone!). One week later, the light came up again. Again sent it to my dealer. This time they pulled code #1130 (O2 sensor malfunctioning). They would like $360 (or $800 if they can't remove the sensor from the manifold). I felt they were over-charging me and said no. After reading tips on replacing an o2 sensor, I decided to do it myself. I just got a new universal sensor for $70 (bosch 15734), a sensor socket for $10, and a can of penetrating catalyst for $5.0. Hopefully, I can fix this problem myself with as little as $85 (instead of the bloody $360)!

My question is: do these two parts usually go wrong at the same time?

Hi,

I had the similar experience with my 00 Camry, although the sequence of events was in a reversed order. The light came on for the first time two weeks ago. The mechanic at my dealership pulled code #0446 and replaced the VSV valve. They charged my $200+ for this ($90 for retrieving the code alone!). One week later, the light came up again. Again sent it to my dealer. This time they pulled code #1130 (O2 sensor malfunctioning). They would like $360 (or $800 if they can't remove the sensor from the manifold). I felt they were over-charging me and said no. After reading tips on replacing an o2 sensor, I decided to do it myself. I just got a new universal sensor for $70 (bosch 15734), a sensor socket for $10, and a can of penetrating catalyst for $5.0. Hopefully, I can fix this problem myself with as little as $85 (instead of the bloody $360)!

My question is: do these two parts usually go wrong at the same time?

As far as I know, these parts are not related. However, I would really appreciate you let us know how the job went once you got it done. Jean-Guy