OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0445 Evaporative Emission System Purge Control Valve Circuit Shorted
The ECU detected a short in the EVAP purge solenoid control circuit. With the valve permanently energized or shorted, the system can either over-purge causing rich running, or stay closed.
Is it safe to drive with P0445?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyPurge valve circuit shorted
- PossibleWiring or connector fault
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Possible smell of fuel near tank or engine bay
- Failed emissions inspection
- Loose-cap warning may appear
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.3–1.5 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Evap Purge Valve, Purge Valve Wiring
Related codes
- P0442Evaporative Emission System Leak Detected (Small Leak)
- P0443Evaporative Emission System Purge Control Valve Circuit
- P0444Evaporative Emission Purge Control Valve Circuit Open
- P0446Evaporative Emission Vent Control Circuit Malfunction
- P0447Evaporative Emission System Vent Control Circuit Open
- P0448EVAP System Vent Control Circuit Shorted
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.