C3443 Trouble Code

View C3443 obd/2 error code description and symptoms. C3443 engine photo

Brake Switch Circuit Input Malfunction Indicates PCM did not receive a brake pedal position (BPP) input. Open or short in BPP circuit Open or short in stoplamp circuits Damaged PCM Malfunction in module(s) connected to BPP circuit. (Rear Electronic Module [REM] Windstar and LS6/LS8 or Lighting Control Module (LCM) Continental and Town Car. Damaged brake switch Misadjusted brake switch Check for proper function of stoplamps.

One example of this would be when an automatic vehicle in placed in gear. To prevent the added drag from the torque converter and transmission from reducing the idling speed, the PCM will command the idle control valve to allow more air to enter the engine, while at the same time, adjusting the injector pulse width to inject more fuel to suit the increased amount of air. Note that the idle air control valve is closed by the PCM when the throttle plate is opened to prevent excess air from entering the engine.

C3443 Error Code Repair Process :

The rule of C3443 code when it comes to emissions-related vehicle repair is that any modification that changes the vehicle from a certified configuration to a non-certified configuration is considered tampering: this applies to both vehicle owners and repair facilities and is, therefore, a Federal offense. Replacing a catalyst with a straight pipe is one traditional example of audio single-disc cd player thermal shutdown fault. Likewise, overriding the OBD C3443 error in system through the use of high-tech defeat devices or non-certified computer chips, for example, would also be considered tampering. The OBD system may, however, be repaired back to its original certified configuration with certified performance chips or appropriate aftermarket parts.

C3443 is a kind of Chassis Trouble Code

Diagnosing chassis noises can be one of the most frustrating problems technicians face. Fortunately, manufacturers have engineered noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) diagnostic techniques and equipment to find the source of the noise.

Common Causes of C3443

A common cause of code C3443 is the failure of Audio Single-Disc CD Player Thermal Shutdown Fault, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Failures of clutch motion/travel sensors.
Damaged ECM
Faulty Air fuel ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 Bank 1
Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) position circuit poor electrical connection

C3443 code for all cars

You can view according C3443 DTC for your car model. We selected several models to see obd2 solutions click and view it.

+C3443 Zastava 2101

+C3443 Adler 35

+C3443 Jaguar Xka

+C3443 Pontiac Grande Parisienne

+C3443 Abarth Otr 1000

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