PowertrainP043E

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow

28 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: Catalytic converter: cleans the exhaust gases · EGR: exhaust gas recirculation, which cuts harmful gases · EVAP: the system that traps fuel vapour · Oxygen sensor: measures oxygen in the exhaust gas · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

This range covers emissions control (EGR, EVAP, oxygen sensors and the catalytic converter), but some manufacturers also use P04 codes for oil-pressure, brake-fluid and coolant-level warnings.

2Common causes

Clogged or faulty EGR valve
EVAP system leak (hoses, canister, fuel cap)
Faulty oxygen sensor
Ageing catalytic converter
Low oil, brake fluid or coolant (on some models)
Wiring or connector fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Do not assume this code is safe to drive. Check the description: if it names oil pressure, brake fluid, coolant, or a brake fault, stop safely and have it diagnosed before driving. Emissions-only codes (EGR, EVAP, catalyst) should still be checked before an emissions or roadworthiness inspection.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 28

Brand	Code	Description	System
Ashok Leyland CV	P043E	No description available	Powertrain
BAIC Motor	P043E	Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
BYD	P043E	Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
Chery	P043E	Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
Daewoo	P043E	Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
DFFS	P043E	Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
DFFX	P043E	Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
DFXK	P043E	Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
EOBD	P043E	EVAP system leak detection reference orifice low flow Brand	Powertrain
Geely	P043E	Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
GM	P043E	Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
Great Wall	P043E	Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
Hafei	P043E	Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
Holden	P043E	Evaporative Emission (EVAP) System Reference Orifice Flow Insufficient Brand	Powertrain
Honda	P043E	No description available	Powertrain
Hyundai	P043E	No description available	Powertrain
Isuzu	P043E	No description available	Powertrain
Land Rover	P043E	No description available	Powertrain
Maserati	P043E	Evaporative System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
Mitsubishi	P043E	Reference orifice low flow Brand	Powertrain
Opel	P043E	Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
Peugeot	P043E	No description available	Powertrain
Porsche	P043E	No description available	Powertrain
Proton	P043E	No description available	Powertrain
Saab	P043E	Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
MG (SAIC)	P043E	Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
Toyota	P043E	Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) System Leak Detection Reference Orifice Low Flow Brand	Powertrain
Volkswagen	P043E	Evaporative leak detection system: reference flow too low; Defective Brand	Powertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

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