Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Conditions For Setting DTC
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Conditions For Setting DTC
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DTC sets when driver deployment loop voltage and resistance tests are not within specified ranges.
DTC will set if DEPLOYMENT LOOP VOLTAGE and DEPLOYMENT LOOP RESISTANCE tests are within the following ranges:
- IGNITION POSITIVE VOLTAGE is within normal operating range.
- Deployment loop is not shorted to voltage.
- Deployment loop is not open.
- Deployment loop is not shorted to ground.
- Deployment loop resistance is at less 1.3 ohms for 500 milliseconds.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.