DTC P0443 Audi

EVAP Vapor Management Valve Circuit Malfunction

EVAP Vapor Management Valve Circuit Malfunction

Description

Engine started, battery voltage must be at least 11.5v, all electrical components must be off, parking brake must be engaged (to keep daytime driving lights off), automatic transmission selector must be in park, the exhaust system must be properly sealed between the catalytic converter and the cylinder head, coolant temperature must be at least 80 degrees Celsius and oxygen sensor heaters for oxygen sensors before the catalytic converter must be functioning properly and the ground between the engine and the chassis must be well connected. The ECM detected an unexpected high or low voltage condition on the Vapor Management Valve (VMV) circuit when the device was cycled On Off during testing.

Cause and Solution

EVAP power supply circuit is open
EVAP solenoid control circuit is open or shorted to ground
EVAP solenoid control circuit is shorted to power (B+)
EVAP solenoid valve is damaged or it has failed

Video Guide

Duration: PT4M41S | Uploaded: 2020-06-20

Diagnostic Info

  • DTC Code: P0443
  • Brand: Audi
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