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1998 DODGE RAM VAN

5.2L V8•4WD•AUTOMATIC•gas
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0444low severityPowertrain

EVAP Purge Control Valve Circuit Open

on 1998 Dodge Ram Van 5.2L V8 · 4WD

What this code means

Open circuit in the purge valve circuit.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light

Common causes

  • Disconnected purge valve
  • Open wiring
  • Faulty valve

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check connector
  2. Test wiring continuity
  3. Test valve

Repair notes

Repair connection or replace valve.

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