I took my car smog check and it failed with code P04


I took my car smog check and it failed with code P04 Mechanic's Assistant: What specifically didn't pass the test? When was your last oil change? 2 weeks ago Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/model/year of yo...

I took my car smog check and it failed with code P04 Mechanic's Assistant: What specifically didn't pass the test? When was your last oil change? 2 weeks ago Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/model/year of your car? 2008 Suzuki XL7 Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your XL7 yourself? What have you tried so far? Look for mechanic Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you? The smog check code is P0496 and I wan to know if it can be fix the same day and also if I can get another smog test again?

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Hello and thank you for using JustAnswer. My name is \*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\* I will do my best to assist you. During this conversation you will be given an automated offer for a phone call. You may accept or decline that offer.I don’t personally offer this service so if you take this another tech may call I’m sorry that you’re having trouble with your vehicle. I will do my best to help you resolve them. Please understand that I do not know your knowledge or capabilities so I may need to ask questions to find out basic information to help solve your specific problem. My aim is to give you the best service possible and to help you. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to let me know. Sometimes it may take a moment for me to respond because I may have to look up information about your concern. I appreciate your patience and will provide responses as soon as possible. DTC Descriptor DTC P0496 Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) System Continuous Purge Flow Possible causes are the vent solenoid valve, purge solenoid valve or fuel tank pressure sensor. A bit of testing will need to be done to determine which is the cause. If you take it in to a shop early in the morning, they can test and repair in the same day. Once it is repaired, then it can be smog tested again. Thanks for using Just Answer and letting me help you. I hope I provided what you needed. If you find more help is still needed, let me know by listing out any remaining questions you have on this concern. I hope the remainder of your day is well.

Is there a mechanic that comes and can be fix it outside the shop? I asked because I don’t have anyone to help me if in the case I have to leave my car to the shop.
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HI You would need to check in your local area if there is a mobile mechanic. Just answer is a professional advice service for diagnostics and repair online, but not a shop or mobile mechanic shop.

Okay thank you
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