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1998 BMW 318I

1.9L I4 M44RWDAUTOMATICgas
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P0449low severityPowertrain

EVAP Vent Valve/Solenoid Circuit

on 1998 BMW 318i 1.9L I4 M44 · RWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the EVAP vent solenoid circuit.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light

Common causes

  • Faulty vent solenoid
  • Wiring damage
  • Corroded connector

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test solenoid resistance
  2. Check wiring
  3. Command solenoid with scan tool

Repair notes

Replace vent solenoid.

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