C0170 Sunbeam 14 OBD Code

OBD/2 C0170 error code description and symptoms.

The issue covered by the bulletin involves a power steering noise/whine or fluid leak from the power steering pump, gear or high pressure side power steering hose during extreme low outdoor temperature operation.

One example of this would be when an automatic vehicle in placed in gear. To prevent the added drag from the torque converter and transmission from reducing the idling speed, the PCM will command the idle control valve to allow more air to enter the engine, while at the same time, adjusting the injector pulse width to inject more fuel to suit the increased amount of air. Note that the idle air control valve is closed by the PCM when the throttle plate is opened to prevent excess air from entering the engine.

C0170 Sunbeam 14 Error Code Repair Process :

The rule of C0170 code when it comes to emissions-related vehicle repair is that any modification that changes the vehicle from a certified configuration to a non-certified configuration is considered tampering: this applies to both vehicle owners and repair facilities and is, therefore, a Federal offense. Replacing a catalyst with a straight pipe is one traditional example of seat driver front up circuit short to battery. Likewise, overriding the OBD C0170 error in system through the use of high-tech defeat devices or non-certified computer chips, for example, would also be considered tampering. The OBD system may, however, be repaired back to its original certified configuration with certified performance chips or appropriate aftermarket parts.

Common Causes of Sunbeam 14 C0170 OBD2 Code

A common cause of code C0170 is the failure of Seat Driver Front Up Circuit Short To Battery, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Exhaust gas leaks
Faulty Camshaft Position Sensor
Fuel tank leaking
Continuous oil flow to the VCT piston chamber

C0170 is a kind of Chassis Trouble Code

Diagnosing chassis noises can be one of the most frustrating problems technicians face. Fortunately, manufacturers have engineered noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) diagnostic techniques and equipment to find the source of the noise.

Engine OBD 2 Codes website is a freeware resource center for engine trouble codes.

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C0170 Sunbeam 14 OBD Code

C0170 Sunbeam 14 Error Code Repair Process :

Common Causes of Sunbeam 14 C0170 OBD2 Code

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