P0971 GMC Pressure Control Solenoid C Control Circuit High

Possible causes – Pressure Control Solenoid harness is open or shorted– Pressure Control Solenoid circuit poor electrcial connection – Faulty Control Solenoid Valve Assembly When is the obd code mean? The Transmission Control Module (TCM) has detected an internal low voltage electrical malfunction of the Pressure Control (PC) solenoid control circuit Symptoms – Engine Light…

P1380 GMC Misfire Detected – Rough Road Data Not Available

Possible causes – Repair other codes first Tech description If the P1380 code is set with other codes, repair other codes first and then clear the code. When is the obd code mean? If the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) detects a condition which will not allow the EBCM to properly identify rough road situations…

P1381 GMC Misfire Detected – No Communication with Brake Control Module

Possible causes – Repair other codes first Tech description If the P1381 code is set with other codes, repair other codes first and then clear the code. When is the obd code mean? If a loss of communication occurs which causes the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) not to receive rough road information while DTC P0300…

P1684 GMC Transmission Control Module Power Up Temperature Sensor Performance

Possible causes – Reprogram TCM and recheck code– Replace Transmission Control Module (TCM) Sensor/body assembly one piece Symptoms – Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light) P1684 GMC OBD Code Description The Transmission Control Module (TCM) power up the temperature sensor is located inside of the control solenoid (w/body and TCM) valve assembly…

P0740 GMC Torque Converter Clutch Malfunction

Possible causes – Low transmission fluid level– Dirty transmission fluid– Faulty torque converter clutch solenoid valve– Torque converter clutch solenoid valve harness is open or shorted– Torque converter clutch solenoid valve circuit poor electrical connection When is the obd code mean? When the PCM detects a continuous open, short to ground or short to power…

P0742 GMC Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On

Possible causes – Low transmission fluid level– Dirty transmission fluid– Faulty torque converter clutch solenoid valve– Torque converter clutch solenoid valve harness or connectors– Torque converter clutch solenoid valve circuit is open or shorted– Transmission internal mechanical problem Tech description When the a transmission solenoid is stuck on, in most cases the problem is not…

P0741 GMC Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off

Possible causes – Low transmission fluid level– Dirty transmission fluid– Faulty torque converter clutch solenoid valve– Torque converter clutch solenoid valve harness or connectors– Torque converter clutch solenoid valve circuit is open or shorted– Transmission internal mechanical problem When is the obd code mean? Lock-up does not occur when driving in lock-up range or lockup…

P0218 GMC Transmission Over Temperature Condition

Possible causes – Low transmission fluid level– Transmission cooling system concerns When is the obd code mean? When the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) detects a high transmission fluid temperature (TFT) for a long period of time, then code P0218 will set. Symptoms – Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light) P0218 GMC OBD…

P0016 GMC Crankshaft Position vs. Intake Camshaft Position Correlation Bank 1 Fault

Possible causes – Mechanical timing fault– Blocked oil passage– Low oil level– Failed actuator assembly– Faulty camshaft position sensor– Faulty crankshaft position sensor Tech description If this DTC started after recent internal engine repairs, inspect for proper engine mechanical timing. With the camshaft cover removed and the #1 cylinder at top dead center, make sure…

P0442 GMC Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected Small Leak

Possible causes – Missing or loose fuel cap– Incorrect fuel filler cap used– Fuel filler cap remains open or fails to close– Foreign matter caught in fuel filler cap– EVAP canister or fuel tank leaks– EVAP system hose leaking– Fuel tank leaking Tech description The P0442 code means that the control module has detected a…