Open or damaged wire in the purge solenoid control circuit (most common); Failed purge solenoid with an open internal coil; Corroded or loose electrical connector at the purge solenoid; Short to battery voltage in the control wire between the computer and solenoid; Faulty engine computer driver for the purge solenoid (rare)

DTC codes / Kia codes / P1410

P1410 · KiaEVAP Purge Control Solenoid Circuit High Voltage

Q: What does code P1410 mean?

EVAP Purge Control Solenoid Circuit High Voltage. P1410 on a Kia means the engine computer detected an abnormally high voltage on the electrical circuit that controls the EVAP (Evaporative Emission) purge solenoid. The computer expects the circuit to pull the voltage low when the solenoid is commanded on, but instead it sees battery voltage or higher, indicating an open circuit, a short to power, or a failed solenoid coil.

P1410 on a Kia means the engine computer detected an abnormally high voltage on the electrical circuit that controls the EVAP (Evaporative Emission) purge solenoid. The computer expects the circuit to pull the voltage low when the solenoid is commanded on, but instead it sees battery voltage or higher, indicating an open circuit, a short to power, or a failed solenoid coil.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeKia specific

SeverityLow

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaAuxiliary emission controls

Symptoms you may notice

Illuminated check engine light, often with no other noticeable symptoms
A faint fuel or gasoline odor around the vehicle, especially after refueling
Slightly rough idle or hesitation when the purge solenoid is commanded on
Failed emissions inspection due to the stored trouble code
In rare cases, a drop in fuel economy if the purge system remains stuck closed

Common causes, most likely first

Open or damaged wire in the purge solenoid control circuit (most common)
Failed purge solenoid with an open internal coil
Corroded or loose electrical connector at the purge solenoid
Short to battery voltage in the control wire between the computer and solenoid
Faulty engine computer driver for the purge solenoid (rare)

How to diagnose and fix it

Scan all modules and record freeze-frame data to confirm P1410 is the only EVAP-related code
Visually inspect the purge solenoid connector and wiring for corrosion, chafing, or loose pins
Measure the resistance of the purge solenoid coil with a multimeter and compare to the Kia service specification
With the ignition on and the solenoid disconnected, check for battery voltage on the control wire to rule out a short to power
Command the purge solenoid on and off with a scan tool while monitoring circuit voltage to verify the computer driver and wiring integrity
Repair or replace the faulty wire, connector, or purge solenoid as indicated by the tests
Clear the code and perform a drive cycle to confirm the repair and ensure the monitor runs to completion

What a high-voltage purge code really means

A high-voltage code almost always points to an open circuit or a solenoid coil that has failed open, not a stuck-open valve as many people assume.
Kia purge solenoids are often mounted low on the engine bay where road splash and heat can degrade the connector, causing intermittent high-voltage faults that only appear when the engine is cold or wet.
A short to power in the control wire can be caused by a pinched harness near the intake manifold or a previous repair that routed wiring incorrectly.
Replacing the purge solenoid without checking the control wire for an open or short often leads to a repeat code because the real fault is in the harness.
The engine computer may set P1410 only after two consecutive drive cycles with the fault present, so a single cleared code does not confirm the repair.

Can I keep driving with P1410?

The vehicle remains safe to drive with P1410 because the purge solenoid is an emissions control device and does not affect engine safety or performance. Avoid ignoring the code long-term, as a persistent EVAP fault can increase fuel vapor emissions and may cause a failed emissions test.

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Guidance is general and written for Kia vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.