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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information



ECM-P045900 EVAP Emission System Purge Control Valve Circuit High

Condition







The diagnostic trouble code is generated if the engine control module (ECM) registers that the EVAP valve signal cable is short-circuited to supply voltage.

The diagnostic trouble code can be diagnosed when the ignition is on.

Substitute Value
- Fuel trim blocked.

Possible Source
- Contact resistance in the connectors.
- The signal cable is short-circuited to voltage.
- Damaged EVAP valve.

Fault Symptom[s]
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lit.
- Fuel odor.