P0459
Evaporative Emission Purge Solenoid Control Circuit High Voltage
Generic code
Auxiliary Emissions Control
Low severity
Hard repair
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What P0459 means
- The fault code P0459 indicates that there is a problem with the circuit related to the evaporative emission system purge control valve. This may cause the engine to run poorly or not start at all.
Possible symptoms
- Illuminated check engine light
- Decreased fuel efficiency
- Difficulty starting the engine
- Rough idle or stalling
Possible causes
- Faulty evaporative emission system purge control valve
- Damaged wiring or connections in the circuit
- Loose or corroded electrical connections
- Failed engine control module (ECM)
Related parts
- Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Flow Control Valve: The EVAP system prevents petrol vapors from escaping into the atmosphere from the fuel tank and fuel system. The flow control valve monitors the flow in the EVAP system. Problems in this car's flow valve will lead to fuel loss
Possible solutions
- Replace the evaporative emission system purge control valve
- Check and repair any damaged wiring or connections
- Tighten or clean any loose or corroded electrical connections
- Replace the engine control module (ECM) if necessary
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