P1443.. What does it mean?

[4.6vertGT]

Since I purchased my GT, the check engine light has been coming on and off. It usually only stays on for a few minutes every 2 weeks. I went to AutoZone while the CEL was on, and they gave me this code.. P1443. It says on the reciept they gave me, "Evaporative emission control system control valve." First of all, is this that bad? Second, where is this so called valve? If it has something to do with the midpipe, I'm just gonna fix it by an o/r pipe with some MIL eliminators. So, help me please!

 

[TripleBlk]

I had that code once or twice a long time ago. It was caused by the gas cap(loose). I just reset the code and never saw the code again. HTH

 

[4.6vertGT]

yeah, they reset the code for me but i hope it doesnt come back. I noticed that my gas cap doesnt feel like it locks in too tight, but it still seems tight enough to not cause a problem....

 

[COramprat]

yeah, they reset the code for me but i hope it doesnt come back. I noticed that my gas cap doesnt feel like it locks in too tight, but it still seems tight enough to not cause a problem....

It could be tight but not sealing properly...

From another thread:

it's for the purge flow sensor voltage. the purge flow sensor voltage is part of the evap emmisions system.

Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1443 indicates an incorrect evaporative system purge control valve flow.

Possible causes:

Obstructed, open or cracked hoses between EVAP canister purge valve and intake manifold.
Damaged EVAP canister purge valve.
Damaged PF sensor.

 

[Mike97gt]

this code will not be set by the gas cap being loose.. that code would be for a gross evap leak, this is a electrical fault most likely a bad evap canister purge valve. take a look at the electrical connector on it and make sure it's ok.

 

[CanadaStang]

this code will not be set by the gas cap being loose.. that code would be for a gross evap leak, this is a electrical fault most likely a bad evap canister purge valve. take a look at the electrical connector on it and make sure it's ok.

What he said ^^

 

[4.6vertGT]

thanks for the help guys, i checked the connectors and i guess ill see if it ever comes back...

 

[COramprat]

thanks for the help guys, i checked the connectors and i guess ill see if it ever comes back...

I get the same code on occasion. Throws 2 in succession. Just bee too busy with other items with the car to fool with it yet.

 

[RandyStinchcomb]

what year is the car?
if its pre 1998, I'd suspect the canister purge solenoid and the thermistor, very common problems on pre 1998's wth 60k or more

 

[4.6vertGT]

wow, thanks. its a '96. good call. but would i just go to the dealership and ask for those parts, or pay a bunch of money for them to hopefully tell me its those parts?

 

[RandyStinchcomb]

wow, thanks. its a '96. good call. but would i just go to the dealership and ask for those parts, or pay a bunch of money for them to hopefully tell me its those parts?

its a common problem.

parts need are a E6ZZ-9C915-A canister purge solenoid @$46.30* and the thermistor, part # F57Z-14A606-BA @$18.00*

*wholesale, thru us. both are dealer ONLY parts

 

[4.6vertGT]

thanks alot randy. and by the way, are these parts that are easy to install?

 

[RandyStinchcomb]

thanks alot randy. and by the way, are these parts that are easy to install?

very easy, both parts are on the same vacuum line comming off the plenum on the rightside of the engine, near the firewall. and if you have trouble getting them, we have plenty in stock

 

[Killa]

SORRY TO BRING BACK THE OLD THREAT.

RandyStinchcomb , do you still carrry those 2 part ? I really need it now. thanks

 

[BlackGT4.6]

another possibility is a vacuum leak. or my maf being dirty for some reason caused this code

 

[SaleenGT2001]

SORRY TO BRING BACK THE OLD THREAT.

RandyStinchcomb , do you still carrry those 2 part ? I really need it now. thanks

it will be easier to contact him over on modular depot. just look under ford factory parts

 

[RandyStinchcomb]

SORRY TO BRING BACK THE OLD THREAT.

RandyStinchcomb , do you still carrry those 2 part ? I really need it now. thanks

always

 

[Killa]

hey hey, how much for 2 part + s/h to 39110 ? thanks

 

[RandyStinchcomb]

hey hey, how much for 2 part + s/h to 39110 ? thanks

@$75.00 shipped

 

[Killa]

@$75.00 shipped

Deal, I look at your site, and search for the part. none come up ? how do I pay you ?