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1996 BMW M3

3.2L I6 S52RWDAUTOMATICgas
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0445low severityPowertrain

EVAP Purge Control Valve Circuit Shorted

on 1996 BMW M3 3.2L I6 S52 · 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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