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P0443

EVAP System Purge Control Valve Circuit

1995-1999 BMW 318ti E36 1.9L I4 πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦

Low SeverityPowertrain

Description

Malfunction in the EVAP purge control valve electrical circuit.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • EVAP system not purging

Common Causes

  • Faulty purge valve solenoid
  • Wiring damage
  • PCM driver failure

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Test purge valve solenoid resistance
  2. Check wiring
  3. Command purge valve with scan tool

Repair Notes

Replace purge valve or repair wiring.

Related Codes

P0440Evaporative Emission Control System MalfunctionP0441EVAP Incorrect Purge FlowP0444EVAP Purge Control Valve Circuit OpenP0445EVAP Purge Control Valve Circuit Shorted

Other Powertrain Codes

P0443 on Other Vehicles

Common Questions

What does code P0443 mean on a 1995-1999 BMW 318ti E36?

P0443 stands for "EVAP System Purge Control Valve Circuit". Malfunction in the EVAP purge control valve electrical circuit.

What are the symptoms of P0443 on a BMW 318ti E36?

Common symptoms of P0443 include: Check Engine Light, EVAP system not purging.

What causes P0443 on a 1995-1999 BMW 318ti E36?

Common causes of P0443 include: Faulty purge valve solenoid, Wiring damage, PCM driver failure.

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