OBD-II code · generic
P0459
Evaporative Emission System Purge Control Valve Circuit High
- System
- P0 — Powertrain (generic)
- Severity
- Low (1/5)
- Can I keep driving?
- Usually safe to drive
What does P0459 mean?
P0459 is defined as “Evaporative Emission System Purge Control Valve Circuit High”.
You can usually keep driving, but have it checked soon so a small fault doesn’t become a bigger one.
Manufacturer-specific meanings
The same code can mean something different on some makes.
- Kia: EVAP Emission System Purge Valve Circuit High
Related codes
- P0458Evaporative Emission System Purge Control Valve Circuit Low
- P0457Evaporative Emission System Leak Detected (fuel cap loose/off)
- P0456Evaporative Emission System Leak Detected (very small leak)
- P0455Evaporative Emission System Leak Detected (large leak)
- P0454Evaporative Emission System Pressure Sensor/Switch Intermittent
- P0453Evaporative Emission System Pressure Sensor/Switch High
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