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P043E Acura Code - Evaporative Emission Leak Check Module Standard Pressure Low

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The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) starts the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) system diagnosis after the vehicle has been turned to the OFF (LOCK) mode and has met all other enable conditions (initial engine coolant temperature and off for at least 5 hours). Common causes include Faulty Vacuum Pump, Faulty Vacuum Pump (Motor), Faulty Control Valve. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means: P043E Acura indicates Evaporative Emission Leak Check Module Standard Pressure Low.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty Vacuum Pump, Faulty Vacuum Pump (Motor), Faulty Control Valve.
Severity: High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?: Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

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Code Popularity 240

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Advanced (Pro) (3 / 3)

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Code P043E Acura Description

The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) starts the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) system diagnosis after the vehicle has been turned to the OFF (LOCK) mode and has met all other enable conditions (initial engine coolant temperature and off for at least 5 hours). The EVAP system diagnosis is performed by reducing the pressure between the EVAP canister and the atmosphere. If pressure is reduced with the fuel vapor containment valve open, the entire EVAP system will be diagnosed, and if the fuel vapor containment valve is closed, only the EVAP canister side will be diagnosed.
A malfunction is detected, and a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) is stored when changes in the pressure are equal to or less than the prescribed value after the prescribed time of starting the system pressure reduction.

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P043E Acura?

Faulty Vacuum Pump
Faulty Vacuum Pump (Motor)
Faulty Control Valve
Reference orifice flow quantity is excessive
Reference orifice flow quantity is too low

How to Fix the DTC P043E Acura?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P043E Acura code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.