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2006 Chevy Impala with a P0449 Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Vent Solenoid Control Circuit trouble code. In this video I will show you how to test and repair this fault code with universal testing methods that can be applied to all cars and trucks.

Engine Performance Diagnostics - chapter 3

symptoms

  • check engine light (P0449 Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Vent Solenoid Control Circuit)

fix 50

  • replace faulty EVAP vent solenoid

test shown

  • how to test a ground side switched solenoid
  • how to verify wiring integrity
  • how to test the computer transistor driver

Tools used

  • scan tool
  • digital multimeter
  • lab scope
  • test light

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Playlist

(Chapter 3) Transistors, Solenoids, Computer Controlled Output Testing

Related videos:

EVAP leak P0455 (vacuum cut valve-bypass valve test) - Nissan:

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How to test an EVAP Vent solenoid (applies to all cars) - GM:

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Evap System Large Leak Detected P0455 (sticking vent solenoid) - Nissan:

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2008 Chevy Avalanche EVAP Vent Solenoid Test (P0449, P0455):

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EVAP Leak Test P0455:

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