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P144C Ford Code - Evaporative Emission System Purge Check Valve Performance

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- Repair Difficulty Level: 3/3
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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P144C Ford?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Stuck open Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge check valve (part of EVAP canister purge valve)
  • Damaged EVAP canister purge check valve

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How to Fix the DTC P144C Ford?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P144C Ford code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

What Does the P144C Ford Code Mean?

The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) tests the Evaporative Emission (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.

P144C Ford Code - Evaporative Emission System Purge Check Valve Performance

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