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DTC P144C: Evaporative Emission System Purge Check Valve Performance

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DTC P144C: EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM PURGE CHECK VALVE PERFORMANCE

Description:  The powertrain control module (PCM) tests the EVAP canister purge check valve for a stuck open condition. The EVAP canister purge check valve test is performed during minimal boost conditions, once per drive cycle, when entry conditions are met. The DTC is set if the fuel tank pressure exceeds a calibrated amount within a specified amount of time during the test.
Possible Causes: 
  • Stuck open EVAP canister purge check valve (part of EVAP canister purge valve)
  • Damaged EVAP canister purge check valve
Diagnostic Aids:  Install a new EVAP canister purge valve. Refer to the appropriate EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS article .
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All Refer to the Description, Possible Causes and Diagnostic Aids for the appropriate DTC.