U0051 Pontiac Gpx Diagnostic Trouble Code
U0051 Pontiac Gpx code definition:
U0051 is a kind of OBD-II Diagnostic U-Network Diagnostic Trouble Code for Pontiac Gpx.
U0051 Pontiac Gpx is described as Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Circuit Malfunction. It's actually a general trouble code for a problem on IAT electrical circuit sensor, as it sends incorrect voltage input signals to the PCM. 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 U0051 Pontiac Gpx diagnostic trouble code may include:
- The engine oil will exhibit dilution from the ECUs attempts to increase engine temperature. Some vehicles advance the fuel injection timing slightly after top center to afterburn a small amount of fuel to increase exhaust temperatures. Some of this fuel enters the crankcase. When the ECU determines the necessity to regenerate the DPF, the service life of the oil be shortened significantly
- Faulty or damaged wiring
- Hesitation upon acceleration
- Reduction in engine performance, especially at low RPM levels
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Possible Causes :
- 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.
- Some aftermarket accessories and performance modifications
- Defective ECU strategies or components will prevent proper regeneration
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Common Misdiagnoses
- Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit Performance Problem
- TP Sensor Learn Not Complete Problem
- Low Coolant Circuit Problem
- Cruise Control System - Vehicle Accel Too High Problem
- Kick-Down Switch Failed Short Problem
Repair Processes :
With the valve disconnected, the red voltmeter lead should be attached to the IMRC valve power wire and the black voltmeter lead connected to ground.
You might continue by connecting the scanner to the vehicle diagnostic connector and retrieving all stored codes and freeze frame data.
Process Tips
Diagnostic trouble code U0051 Pontiac Gpx 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 U0051 Pontiac Gpx.
Fortunately, U0051 Pontiac Gpx is a fairly common OBD code, meaning that it applies to all makes and models of vehicles made after 1996.
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