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Anonymous Posted on Nov 19, 2015

CODE P0441..so is this a false code or...i replaced all spark plugs and now this code remains

Mechanic says Mass airflow sensor. It cuts off when i first fill the car up with gas. Smell and egg smell..bad fumes...he didn't know about cut offs though

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Your converter may be smelling because of rich fuel vapors from the EVAP not venting properly. Have the vent problem checked and corrected before replacing cat converter. Have gas analysis ran to verify the health of the converter as it may be ok, and they can be costly to replace.

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The P0441 code indicates that there is improper purge flow in the EVAP system. There are many things to check for this code. First a loose gas cap can trigger this code, Remove gas cap and check the rubber seal on cap, put vaseline on the seal and replace back on vehicle, or replace cap if bad. A broken or loose vacuum line, and also check the purge valve in charcoal canister. Hope this steers you on the right track. God-Bless! Rotten egg smell is caused buy a bad converter-- Here are five signs that something may be wrong with your catalytic converter:

  • Your vehicle's fuel efficiency suddenly drops.
  • Your vehicle doesn't accelerate when you step on the gas pedal.
  • Your vehicle may refuse to start.
  • Your vehicle fails an emissions test.
  • The MIL or Check Engine light comes on.

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