Engine Error
P0445
Evaporative Emission System Purge Control Valve Circuit Shorted
Severity
Medium
Symptoms
Check engine light, possible blown fuses affecting drivability
Common Causes
- Short circuit inside the purge control valve
- Wiring harness shorted to ground
- Melted wiring touching exhaust components
- PCM fault
How to Fix
- 1 Replace shorted purge control valve
- 2 Repair wiring harness
- 3 Reroute wires and replace blown fuses
- 4 Test PCM for internal short
Estimated Repair Cost
USD
$80
–
$250
Purge valve replacement: $100 - $200