Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve - open circuit
VAG · emissions
Data confidence62%
The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.
Possible causes
Wiring open circuit
EVAP canister purge valve
Applies toAudi
P1426
EVAP Purge Valve (N80): Open Circuit
VAG · emissions
Data confidence84%
The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the EVAP Purge Valve (N80) circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17834. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
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Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.
426
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P1426
What does P1426 mean?
Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.
Is P1426 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1426 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
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