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Diagnostic reference · P045D

P045D

EGR B Control Circuit High

System
Auxiliary emission controls (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Auxiliary Emissions Controls

What it means

P045D means EGR B Control Circuit High.

Check these first

  • A failed EGR B control solenoid
  • A short to voltage on the EGR B control wire
  • A chafed EGR B harness touching power
  • A poor ground at the EGR valve
  • An ECM driver fault

What to do next

  1. Read the EGR B control voltage on a scan tool
  2. Check the EGR B control wire for a short to voltage
  3. Inspect the EGR B harness near power wires
  4. Verify the EGR valve ground is clean
  5. Replace the solenoid or repair the shorted wire
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.