P0443

Diagnostic Chart:

Refer to Engine Data Sensors: MAF, EVAP Purge, Air Inj.

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
Output Driver Modules (ODMs) are used by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) in order to turn ON many of the current-driven devices that are needed to control various engine and transmission functions. Each ODM is capable of controlling up to 7 separate outputs by applying ground to the device which the PCM is commanding ON. ODMs are capable of diagnosing each output circuit individually. DTC P0443 set indicates that an improper voltage level has been detected on the output circuit which controls the EVAP canister purge valve.

CONDITIONS FOR RUNNING THE DTC
^ The ignition is ON.
^ The system voltage is between 9.0-18.0 volts.

CONDITIONS FOR SETTING THE DTC
^ An improper voltage level has been detected on the output circuit which controls the EVAP canister purge valve.
^ The above conditions is present for at least 30 seconds.

ACTION TAKEN WHEN THE DTC SETS
^ The PCM will illuminate the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) during the second consecutive trip in which the diagnostic test has been run and failed.
^ The PCM will store conditions which were present when the DTC set as Freeze Frame and Failure Records data.
^ If the misfire is determined to be catalyst damaging, the PCM will flash the MIL.

CONDITIONS FOR CLEARING THE MIL/DTC
^ The PCM will turn OFF the MIL during the third consecutive trip in which the diagnostic has been run and passed.
^ The History DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles have occurred without a malfunction.
^ The DTC can be cleared by using a scan tool.

DIAGNOSTIC AIDS
Inspect for the following conditions:
^ A faulty connection at the PCM - Inspect the harness connectors for:
- Backed-out terminals
- Improper mating
- Broken locks
- Improperly-formed or damaged terminals
- Faulty terminal-to-wire connections

^ A damaged harness - Inspect the wiring harness for damage.

If the harness appears to be OK, disconnect the PCM, turn ON the ignition and observe a voltmeter that is connected between the solenoid control circuit and ground at the PCM harness connector while moving the connectors and the wiring harnesses that are related to the solenoid.

A change in voltage indicates the location of the malfunction.

^ Inspect the wiring harness for damage.

If the harness appears to be OK, disconnect the PCM, turn ON the ignition, and observe a voltmeter that is connected between the solenoid control circuit and ground at the PCM harness connector while moving the connectors and the wiring harnesses that are related to the solenoid.

A change in voltage indicates the location of the malfunction.

Review the Failure Records vehicle mileage since the diagnostic test last failed. This may help to determine how often the condition that caused the DTC to be set occurs.

TEST DESCRIPTION
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
1. The Powertrain On-Board (OBD) System Check prompts you to complete some basic checks and to store the Freeze Frame and Failure Records data on the scan tool.
2. Listen for a click when the purge solenoid operates. Command both the Increase and Decrease states. Repeat the commands as necessary.
3. This step tests for voltage at the feed side of the solenoid.
4. This step verifies that the PCM is providing ground to the solenoid.
5. This step tests if the ground is constantly being applied to the solenoid.
12. The PCM utilizes Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM). When you replace the PCM, the new PCM must be programmed.