Engine Light Code P1457 and Canister Vent Shut (CVS) valve?

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Eddy - 08 Aug 2004 22:41 GMT

Hi,

Recently my 1999 Accord LX's engine light came on. The engine light
code turned out to be P1457. Researching the net showed that it is a
common issue and is ultimately due to the Canister Vent Shut valve
becoming faulty. The local garage quoted me $40 labor to replace this
valve. Since it sounds pretty cheap for the labor, I am suspecting
that it is something relatively easy and possibly can be replaced
myself. Does any of you have any experience replacing this valve? Is
it hard to replace? Any specials tips that I should be aware of? I
am not a super handy person, but I usually do most of the regular
maintenance myself.

Thanks for any comments.

Eddy

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Lex - 09 Aug 2004 01:37 GMT

try tapping it, the solenoid sometimes gets stuck. but it should be easy to
replace its under car mounted on the evap canister. but don't confuse it
with the bypass valve

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Honda Doc - 09 Aug 2004 02:11 GMT

The screws that hold it to the canister get rusted and very hard to remove.
If the shop only wants to charge you $40, go for it.

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Eddy - 12 Aug 2004 05:29 GMT

Thanks Lex and Honda Doc for your replies. I am about to order the
part. For the CVS valve, I think I just need illustration number 8 at
the following link right? I don't think I need 6 and 7. Is this
correct?

http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/auto/jsp/mws/prddisplay.jsp?inputstate=5&cat
cgry1=Accord&catcgry2=1999&catcgry3=4DR+LX&catcgry4=KA4AT&catcgry5=FUEL+PIPE

Thanks again for your comments.

>The screws that hold it to the canister get rusted and very hard to remove.
>If the shop only wants to charge you $40, go for it.
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