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P0443 Saturn Code - Evaporative Emission Purge Solenoid Valve Control Circuit

Quick Answer

The Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Purge Solenoid Valve is used to purge fuel vapor from the EVAP canister to the intake manifold. Common causes include Faulty Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Purge Solenoid Valve, Evaporative Emission Purge Solenoid Valve harness is open or shorted, Evaporative Emission Purge Solenoid Valve circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is Low - monitor the vehicle and repair when practical. The vehicle can usually be driven if no severe symptoms are present, but symptoms should be checked before extended driving.

What it means
P0443 Saturn indicates Evaporative Emission Purge Solenoid Valve Control Circuit.
Common causes
Common causes include Faulty Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Purge Solenoid Valve, Evaporative Emission Purge Solenoid Valve harness is open or shorted, Evaporative Emission Purge Solenoid Valve circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity
Low - monitor the vehicle and repair when practical.
Can I drive?
The vehicle can usually be driven if no severe symptoms are present, but symptoms should be checked before extended driving.
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Code P0443 Saturn Description

The Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Purge Solenoid Valve is used to purge fuel vapor from the EVAP canister to the intake manifold. The EVAP purge solenoid valve is Pulse Width Modulated (PWM). Ignition voltage is supplied directly to the EVAP purge solenoid valve. The Engine Control Module (ECM) controls the solenoid valve by grounding the control circuit with a solid-state device called a driver. The driver is equipped with a feedback circuit that is pulled up to a voltage. The ECM can determine if the control circuit is open, shorted to the ground, or shorted to a voltage by monitoring the feedback voltage. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will be set when the ECM detects the EVAP purge solenoid valve control circuit is open within 0.25 s.
OBDII Code P0443 Saturn - Evaporative Emission Purge Solenoid Valve Control Circuit - AutoCodes.com
P0443 Saturn Code - Evaporative Emission Purge Solenoid Valve Control Circuit
What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0443 Saturn?

  • Faulty Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Purge Solenoid Valve
  • Evaporative Emission Purge Solenoid Valve harness is open or shorted
  • Evaporative Emission Purge Solenoid Valve circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Engine Control Module (ECM)

How to Fix the DTC P0443 Saturn?

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 P0443 Saturn 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.

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