Tag: PONTIAC

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…

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…

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 P0455 it

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– Faulty vent solenoid– Faulty EVAP purge switch Tech description The P0440 code means…

Possible causes – Plugged vapor canister– Faulty vent solenoid– Pinched or blocked EVAP hose– Faulty FTP sensor Tech description Dirt and dust intrusion into the EVAP canister vent hose assembly, resulting in restricted air flow, may cause this condition. When is the obd code mean? The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) sets the P0446 code if…

Possible causes – Powertrain Control Module (PCM) not programed– PCM program– Faulty PCM– Wrong PCM Symptoms – Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light) P0602 PONTIAC OBD Code Description This diagnostic trouble code (DTC) indicates that the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) internal EEPROM is not flashed with any vehicle software. If you install…

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…

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…

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…

Possible causes – Low transmission fluid level– Dirty transmission fluid– Faulty 1-2 Shift Solenoid valve– 1-2 Shift Solenoid valve harness or connectors– 1-2 Shift Solenoid valve circuit is open or shorted Tech description When the a transmission solenoid is stuck off, in most cases the problem is not the electrical part of the solenoid; the…