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P1438 EV diagnostic code

Purge Control Valve Control Open Circuit

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Reference definitions

  • BMW: Purge Control Valve Control Open Circuit Source
  • OTHER: A/C Evaporator Air Temperature Circuit Range/Performance Source

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