Hi,I have a 2002 Honda Accord with 115k miles which recently gave a ECL. The Honda dealer identified this a P1457 and says that the EVAP bypass solenoid valve needs to be replaced1) is this referring to this valve?
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Hi so what do to expect here it is well past the 8 years life a car is meant to last and well over the 100k miles also a lifetime this car was meant to expire at. so yes from now on it becomes something of a money pit.
If they are saying your ECM needs to be replaced, they're probably pulling your leg. What do they mean a 50/50 chance it needs to be replaced? That's a load of BS. Either it needs to be replaced or it doesn't. Very easy to tell. Simply put the key in your ignition and turn to the ON position (do NOT start the car yet). This should flash the lights on your dash. This would include the oil light indicator, check engine light, etc.. they should come on, then go off after you start the vehicle. If these lights flash, then go off after starting your vehicle, your ECM is fine. Also if the ECM is reporting a check engine light, chances are it's working properly. There is a VERY VERY slim chance it is reporting the wrong code, in which case the ECM could very well be bad, but this is very unlikely. If the solenoid is replaced and the issue persists, it is probably another problem that has triggered the P1457 code. They would need to check the train of what could be communicating with the solenoid in case another component has failed. Unfortunately I'm not sure about the other part of your question but just wanted to give you a heads up about the ECM.
