Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2007 Honda Element SC, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
DTC P145C: EVAP System Purge Flow Malfunction
NOTE:
- Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION .
- If DTC P145C is indicated alone, do the troubleshooting for DTC P0496 and P0497 using freeze data from P145C.
- If DTC P0497 and P145C are stored at the same time, check for poor connection, blockage, or damage at EVAP canister purge line between the EVAP canister purge valve and the EVAP canister, a stuck closed EVAP canister purge valve.
- If DTC P0496 and/or P0497 are also stored with P145C, troubleshooting those DTC first, then recheck for P145C.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.