B3779 Plymouth Vip Diagnostic Trouble Code
B3779 Plymouth Vip code definition:
B3779 is a kind of OBD-II Diagnostic B-Body Diagnostic Trouble Code for Plymouth Vip.
B3779 Plymouth Vip is defined as Knock Sensor Circuit Range Performance (Bank 1 or Single Sensor). This refers to camshaft timing, which in this case is over-retarded. Other symptoms that may indicate this problem are when the Check Engine Light illuminates and when there is a visible lack of engine power.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a B3779 Plymouth Vip diagnostic trouble code may include:
- If the DPF is not cleared the ECU will revert to the "Limp Home Mode" until the situation is corrected
- Corroded or damaged connector
- Reduction in engine performance, especially at low RPM levels
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated
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Possible Causes :
- Dirty air cleaner element Damaged DPF
- A plugged converter will cause of host of driveability problems as well as set this code. A severely plugged converter will result in the inability to increase rpm when under load. Look for a code such as P0421 -- catalytic converter efficiency below threshold if the converter indicating a faulty converter.
- Fuel with a large percentage of sulfur will clog the DPF quickly
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Common Misdiagnoses
- TP Sensor Learn Not Complete Problem
- Low Coolant Circuit Problem
- Cruise Control System - Vehicle Accel Too High Problem
- TFP Valve Position Switch-Drive Without Drive Ratio Problem
- Problem
Repair Processes :
Use the DVOM to test resistance and continuity on all system circuits if actuator and sensor resistance levels are in compliance with manufacturer's specifications.
Find out what kind of system you have and verify that voltage to the fuel level sensor is present at the fuel pump wiring harness.
Process Tips
Diagnostic trouble code B3779 Plymouth Vip is not difficult to diagnose and repair. Thus, it always pays to have a qualified technician to look after your vehicle should this error code arise.
Diagnosing this code requires the engine to be in good running shape, without unmetered air entering the engine. If other codes that relates to misfiring condition, lean running or air entering the engine is present, then you must first fix those error codes before B3779 Plymouth Vip.
Fortunately, B3779 Plymouth Vip is a fairly common OBD code, meaning that it applies to all makes and models of vehicles made after 1996.
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