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P0449 Buick Code - Evaporative Emission Vent Solenoid Valve Control Circuit

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0449 Buick?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Evaporative Emission Vent Solenoid Valve
  • Evaporative Emission Vent Solenoid Valve harness is open or shorted
  • Evaporative Emission Vent Solenoid Valve electrical circuit poor connection
  • Faulty Engine Control Module (ECM)
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How to Fix the DTC P0449 Buick?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P0449 Buick code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

What Does the P0449 Buick Code Mean?

The Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Vent Solenoid Valve is located on the EVAP canister and is used to seal the canister vent. The Evaporative Emission Vent Solenoid Valve responds to signals from the Engine Control Module (ECM). Battery voltage is supplied to the EVAP vent solenoid valve through a fuse. The ECM grounds the EVAP Vent Solenoid Valve control circuit through an internal switch called a driver. A plunger will then move to seal the canister vent. The ability to seal the vent is necessary for the on board diagnosis of other evaporative emission control system components. The ECM monitors the status of the driver. A scan tool will display the commanded state of the EVAP Vent Solenoid Valve as Not Venting (On) or Venting (Off). The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will be set when the ECM detects the EVAP vent solenoid valve control circuit is open within 0.25 s.
P0449 Buick Code - Evaporative Emission Vent Solenoid Valve Control Circuit

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