B0142 Pontiac Phoenix OBD Code

OBD/2 B0142 error code description and symptoms.

Brake Switch Circuit Input Malfunction Indicates PCM did not receive a brake pedal position (BPP) input. Open or short in BPP circuit Open or short in stoplamp circuits Damaged PCM Malfunction in module(s) connected to BPP circuit. (Rear Electronic Module [REM] Windstar and LS6/LS8 or Lighting Control Module (LCM) Continental and Town Car. Damaged brake switch Misadjusted brake switch Check for proper function of stoplamps.

Gear changes are accomplished by a command from the TCM to energize the clutch actuator to release the clutch; after which various actuators inside the transmission disengage the current gear, and depending on current operating conditions, engage the next higher or lower gear ratio. All of this happens much faster than a human driver could change gears, and in most applications, gear changes are as smooth and seamless as on any fully automatic transmission.

B0142 Pontiac Phoenix Error Code Repair Process :

When you turn on the ignition, the Service Engine Soon or Check Engine B0142 light should flash briefly, indicating that the OBD system is ready to scan your vehicle for any malfunctions. After this brief flash, the light should stay off while you drive as long as no problems are detected. If knock sensor 1 circuit range/performance (bank 1 or single sensor) so, you'll be glad to know that your vehicle is equipped with an early warning system that could save you time, money, and fuel in addition to helping protect the knock sensor 1 circuit range/performance (bank 1 or single sensor).

Common Causes of Pontiac Phoenix B0142 OBD2 Code

A common cause of code B0142 is the failure of Knock Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance (Bank 1 or Single Sensor), but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Failures of clutch motion/travel sensors.
Damaged ECM
Air fuel ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 Bank 1 circuit poor electrical connection
Fuel Injectors circuit poor electrical connection

B0142 is a kind of Body Trouble Code

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B0142 Pontiac Phoenix OBD Code

B0142 Pontiac Phoenix Error Code Repair Process :

Common Causes of Pontiac Phoenix B0142 OBD2 Code

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