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2002 BUICK CENTURY

3.1L V6FWDAUTOMATICgas
2 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0045moderate severityPowertrain

Turbo/Supercharger Boost Control Solenoid Circuit/Open

on 2002 Buick Century 3.1L V6 · FWD

What this code means

The PCM detected an open circuit in the turbocharger or supercharger boost control solenoid.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Loss of boost pressure
  • Reduced power
  • Limp mode

Common causes

  • Faulty boost control solenoid
  • Wiring damage
  • PCM failure
  • Corroded connector

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test solenoid resistance
  2. Inspect wiring
  3. Check vacuum lines
  4. Command solenoid with scan tool

Repair notes

Replace boost control solenoid or repair wiring.

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