1997 Ford Thunderbird CODE P1443

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JAMALL
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1997 Ford Thunderbird V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic

WHAT CAN BE THE PROBABLE CAUSE FOR CODE 1443
May 14, 2010 at 6:23 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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There are a few:

Possible Causes:
- Pinched, blocked or plugged fuel vapor tubes/hoses
- Damaged EVAP canister
- Disconnected, cracked or cut fuel vapor tubes/hoses
- Damaged EVAP canister purge valve

WIth the engine running, open the hood and listen for a hissing sound that could indicate a leak. Also, check for fuel smell in the engine compartment or near the EVAP canister.
May 15, 2010 at 10:35 PM
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