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1999 Honda accord maintenance light blinks 10 times?

DTC P1457: EVAP Control System Leakage (Large Leak)

This code indicates that the EVAP (Evaporative Emission Control) system has a large leak. The EVAP system is responsible for preventing fuel vapors from escaping into the atmosphere. A leak in this system can cause fuel vapors to enter the passenger compartment, which can be dangerous.

Possible Causes:

- Faulty EVAP canister

- Leaking EVAP hoses or lines

- Faulty EVAP purge valve

- Faulty fuel tank pressure sensor

- Faulty fuel cap

Recommended Solution:

To fix this code, you will need to identify and repair the leak in the EVAP system. This may involve replacing the EVAP canister, hoses, lines, purge valve, or fuel tank pressure sensor.