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2004 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA

1.8L I4RWDMANUALgas
Repairs0Labor511Torque3649Fluid7DTC730Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
P0445low severityPowertrain

EVAP Purge Control Valve Circuit Shorted

on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.8L I4 · RWD

What this code means

Short circuit in the purge valve circuit.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light

Common causes

  • Short in wiring
  • Faulty valve internals

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check for shorts
  2. Test valve

Repair notes

Repair short or replace valve.

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