OBD Guide

P0498

EVAP System Vent Valve Control Circuit Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable engine idling

Causes

  • Faulty EVAP vent valve
  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Problems with power or circuit ground
  • ECU malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring harness
  2. Check EVAP valve resistance
  3. Check power and ground circuit
  4. Replace faulty EVAP valve if necessary

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