DTC P1639: 5-Volt Reference B Circuit: Description

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Description
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The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) provides a 5-volt reference to the following sensors:

  • The Throttle Position (TP) sensor 2.
  • The Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) sensor 1.
  • The manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor.
The PCM monitors voltage on the 5-volt reference circuit. If the voltage is higher or lower than required, DTC P1639 will set.

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