1443 error code

[97ranger xlt]

Mine was a rubber hose too, but as much as I tugged on it it wouldn't come
apart. Perhaps I should have tried cutting it off. I ended up breaking the
spendiest part!

Dan

isn't that always the case? bust a $70 part to replace $2 worth of vac. line...

 

[97ranger xlt]

Hey guys, I'm a noob here. I have the same po1443 code that comes back repeatedly on my '95 5 speed, and the code scanner just says "Emmisions related" but no specific info. Now I have the info and a possible cheap cure! Thanks, Rick

you might try spraying carb cleaner through the purge valve. if that doesn't work then replace the valve first it's the cheaper one. if it still doesn't keep the code away then you need a new solenoid. oh and in this case it's much better to go to the stealer for the parts....

 

[funknice]

My hoses don't look brand new but they look good enough. Am I an unexperieced fool? I did replace 2 hoses. Replaced sensor and purge valve. The canister looks okay, but I didn't take it off and inspect it as throughly as possible. Nevertheless code still shows. Autozone guy says he couldn'gt clear code. This is a first. Someone give me a game plan. Thank you. 97' Ford Ranger 2.3 liter

 

[HAPPY_RANGER_GUY]

My hoses don't look brand new but they look good enough. Am I an unexperieced fool? I did replace 2 hoses. Replaced sensor and purge valve. The canister looks okay, but I didn't take it off and inspect it as throughly as possible. Nevertheless code still shows. Autozone guy says he couldn'gt clear code. This is a first. Someone give me a game plan. Thank you. 97' Ford Ranger 2.3 liter

YOU should be able to clear the code by disconnecting the battery for 5 min. Granted, it may come back if problem is still there but it should clear initially. May take it to someone else to pull codes/clear codes on it.

The hoses that 'look good' could still present a problem as well. Could have electrical issue with connector/wiring on the sensor also.

T.

 

[97ranger xlt]

My hoses don't look brand new but they look good enough. Am I an unexperieced fool? I did replace 2 hoses. Replaced sensor and purge valve. The canister looks okay, but I didn't take it off and inspect it as throughly as possible. Nevertheless code still shows. Autozone guy says he couldn'gt clear code. This is a first. Someone give me a game plan. Thank you. 97' Ford Ranger 2.3 liter

couldn't or wouldn't? sometimes autozone guys if they play by the book won't turn off a CEL if it is an emissions related code.
as per above reply,did you disconnect a battery cable? that should turn off the CEL.

 

[Hardwareman]

Here's a game plan:

The hoses are cheap, and since you've already replaced 2 hoses and the valve and sensor I would replace them all with new ones. Then I would blow compressed air through the canister and disconnect the battery (neg. cable) for about 30 seconds to clear that CEL.




Allen

 

[danieltrefethen]

Code reader

Consider getting your own code reader.

They can be had for under $50

This could be better than running back and forth to Autozone.

http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&_trksid=m37&satitle=OBD+code+reader&category0=

 

[Rocky Ranger]

I went to the dealer to get the rubber hose for the valve, over a $100. and you cannot but just the hose.

 

[97ranger xlt]

I went to the dealer to get the rubber hose for the valve, over a $100. and you cannot but just the hose.

that;s a ripoff...

the line i got was rubber 1/4" o.d. it cost only a few $.. i replaced the length from the canister to the solenoid. it was fairly tough to get the end on the canister as it is larger than to the connection at the solenoid. i just sprayed some wd-40 on it and it went easier. then i replaced the very short piece between the solenoid and the purge valve. then the remaining piece down to a hard line that leads i guess back to the fuel tank...
that part went on easy.

i did this whole thing to get rid of the CEL and be able to pass inspection.
it didn't change the performance of the engine one iota.

 

[shemp4]

hi, my truck was running rough 1997 ranger 2.3 5 speed, no power, running rich with the cel on.i had this same code, i replaced the purge valve and reset the cel and it ran great for a couple of days and then cel back on and running rough again?? any ideas?? thanks , joe

 

[Rocky Ranger]

that;s a ripoff...

the line i got was rubber 1/4" o.d. it cost only a few $.. i replaced the length from the canister to the solenoid. it was fairly tough to get the end on the canister as it is larger than to the connection at the solenoid. i just sprayed some wd-40 on it and it went easier. then i replaced the very short piece between the solenoid and the purge valve. then the remaining piece down to a hard line that leads i guess back to the fuel tank...
that part went on easy.

i did this whole thing to get rid of the CEL and be able to pass inspection.
it didn't change the performance of the engine one iota.

When I went to the dealer they told me I cannot get that part anymore.
So I made one out of a 3/8" to 1/4" vacuum line adapter I got from the local parts store in the help section. I replaced all the hoses like you did too.
I still get the 1443 code, but I think it is because I may have a pinched hose above the fuel tank. I need to lift up the bed to do that. Or it could be one of those electrical devices by the evap canister is bad???

 

[Hardwareman]

hi, my truck was running rough 1997 ranger 2.3 5 speed, no power, running rich with the cel on.i had this same code, i replaced the purge valve and reset the cel and it ran great for a couple of days and then cel back on and running rough again?? any ideas?? thanks , joe

Great way to revive an old thread buddy!

Since your purge valve is new I would suggest that you check voltage to the sensor and also ALL the vaccum lines going to and from the valve. Take a good look at your canister as well for cracks and what not. Take care.




Allen