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.
DTC P145C (2016)
DTC P145C : EVAP System Purge Flow Malfunction
NOTE:
- Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting information .
- If DTC P145C is indicated alone, do the troubleshooting for DTC P0496 and P0497 using the freeze data for P145C.
- If DTC P0497 and P145C are stored at the same time, check for a poor connection, a blockage, or damage at the EVAP canister purge line between the EVAP canister purge valve and the EVAP canister. Also check for a stuck closed EVAP canister purge valve.
- If any of the DTCs listed below are indicated at the same time as DTC P145C, troubleshoot those DTCs first, then recheck for P145C.
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P0496, P0497: EVAP system purge flow
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| DTC Description | Confirmed DTC | Pending DTC | Freeze Frame |
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| P145C EVAP System Purge Flow Malfunction |
DTC (PGM-FI)
- DTC check
-1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
-2. Check for Pending or Confirmed DTCs with the HDS.
DTC Description Confirmed DTC Pending DTC Freeze Frame P0496 EVAP System High Purge Flow Detected P0497 EVAP System Low Purge Flow Detected P145C EVAP System Purge Flow Malfunction Are DTC P0496 or P0497 and P145C indicated at the same time?
YES
Go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.
NO
NO RELATED
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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.