C3838 Dodge Monaco OBD Code

OBD/2 C3838 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.

As the engine heats up and combustion becomes easier and more complete, the PCM will command the idling control valve to increase the amount of air entering the engine to suit the changing conditions. However, when the load on the engine changes, say, when some electrical consumers or other systems are either turned on or off, the PCM adapts the signal voltage to the idle control valve to ensure that the idling speed remains stable, and at the RPM specified by the manufacturer.

C3838 Dodge Monaco Error Code Repair Process :

If your vehicle failed a C3838 test and the C3838 Check Engine Light is NOT on, chances are you have a problem with the OBDII system, a burned out MIL lamp, or a faulty catalytic converter. The converter is essentially an afterburner that cleans up the exhaust after it exits the engine. The OBDII system uses adaptive mode switch circuit failure a ownstream oxygen sensor to monitor the efficiency of the converter, and it should detect a drop in converter efficiency if the converter has been contaminated or is failing (ignition misfiring, leaky exhaust valves, and oil burning can all damage the converter). What you want to look adaptive mode switch circuit failure: Any conditions that might cause ignition misfire, an overly rich or lean fuel condition, or loss of compression. Use your OBD Express DIY to look at the oxygen sensor outputs, coolant temperature, airflow, calculated engine load, and inlet air temperature.

Common Causes of Dodge Monaco C3838 OBD2 Code

A common cause of code C3838 is the failure of Adaptive Mode Switch Circuit Failure, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Exhaust gas leaks
Faulty Air fuel ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 Bank 1
Incorrect fuel pressure
Intake air leaks

C3838 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.

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C3838 Dodge Monaco OBD Code

C3838 Dodge Monaco Error Code Repair Process :

Common Causes of Dodge Monaco C3838 OBD2 Code

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