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Engine Error

P0459

Evaporative Emission System Purge Control Valve Circuit High

Severity
Medium

Symptoms

Check engine light, engine running rich, EVAP system constantly purging

Common Causes

  • Short to battery voltage in purge valve circuit
  • Failed EVAP purge valve (stuck open)
  • Wiring harness chafing
  • Internal PCM short

How to Fix

  1. 1 Repair short to voltage in the harness
  2. 2 Replace the EVAP purge control valve
  3. 3 Reroute and protect wiring
  4. 4 Diagnose PCM
Estimated Repair Cost USD
$80 $250

Purge valve replacement: $100 - $200