OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2415 EVAP Switching Valve Circuit Open
The ECU detects an open circuit on the EVAP switching valve drive line. The valve cannot be commanded between its purge and isolation positions.
Is it safe to drive with P2415?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyValve coil open
- PossibleDrive line open
- Less likelyPin pushed back out of connector body
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
- 0.3–1.2 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Evap Switching Valve, Evap Wiring
Related codes
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.