P0164 Chevrolet Master Diagnostic Trouble Code
P0164 Chevrolet Master code definition:
P0164 is a kind of OBD-II Diagnostic P-Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code for Chevrolet Master.
P0164 Chevrolet Master is triggered when the bank 1 camshaft position sensor doesn't match the signal from the crankshaft position sensor. If the car doesn't start, they will proceed by testing the voltage at the fuel pump connector and see if the fuel pump relay, fuse, and PCM circuitry should be inspected.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a P0164 Chevrolet Master diagnostic trouble code may include:
- Cherry red hot catalytic converter
- Poor acceleration
- The light may stay on or light intermittently as the DPF regenerates. The engine will be sluggish on acceleration.
- Hesitation upon acceleration
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Possible Causes :
- Some aftermarket accessories and performance modifications
- A faulty oxygen sensor. This will set a code in itself, however, a faulty oxygen sensor does not automatically condemn the sensor. The code just means that the sensor signal was not within specifications. An air leak or any of the above will cause an erroneous signal. There is a multitude of O2 codes relating to O2 performance which gives a clue to the problematic area.
- An air leak forward of the DPF will change the sensor readings resulting in the code
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Common Misdiagnoses
- Vehicle Speed Output Circuit Problem
- Cruise Control Servo Indicates Low Problem
- A/C System High Pressure High Temperature Problem
- PCM Stack Overrun Problem
- Transmission Control Module Reprogrammable Memory Problem
Repair Processes :
Look for missing ground strap or a rusty ground where the fuel tank is grounded to the frame. Check for damage to the wiring harness connector.
It should be pretty close to battery voltage (12 volts). If not, then this is the circuit that has the problem.
Process Tips
Diagnostic trouble code P0164 Chevrolet Master 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 P0164 Chevrolet Master.
Fortunately, P0164 Chevrolet Master is a fairly common OBD code, meaning that it applies to all makes and models of vehicles made after 1996.
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