P0498
PowertrainEvap Systemmoderate severityEvaporative Emission System Vent Valve Control Circuit Low
What P0498 Means
The PCM detects low voltage in the EVAP vent valve control circuit. This can prevent the vent valve from operating correctly during leak tests.
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Failed EVAP monitor
- No noticeable driving symptoms
Common Causes
- Short to ground in vent valve wiring
- Faulty vent valve solenoid
- Corroded connector at vent valve
- Faulty PCM driver circuit
Diagnostic Steps
- Scan and record freeze frame data
- Inspect vent valve wiring and connector
- Measure vent valve circuit voltage
- Test vent valve solenoid resistance
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