C3977 Chevrolet Venture OBD Code

OBD/2 C3977 error code description and symptoms.

The Transmission Range Sensor (also referred to as the PRNDL input an/or neutral safety switch) tells the transmission control module (TCM) an the engine control module (PCM) that the transmission is in park, reverse, neutral, drive, low, 2nd, 3rd etc. It is attached directly to the manual valve of transmission, so when the shift lever is moved from park to drive, the Transmission Range Sensor communicates this critical information to the above mentioned vehicle control module systems.

At this point we are assuming that the fuses and relays are good. You will need to locate the PCM/TCM and the power input signal circuit using your vehicle information source. Unplug the connector from the PCM/TCM, place the ignition switch in the ON position, and probe the appropriate circuit with the positive test lead of the DVOM.

C3977 Chevrolet Venture Error Code Repair Process :

OBD C3977 code and tailpipe testing are two different approaches to identify vehicles in need of repair. The OBD system looks for broken or malfunctioning emissions control components and air suspension front inflator solenoid output circuit short to battery, while tailpipe tests sample a vehicle's exhaust to see if it is above or below certain prescribed limits. Given the robust nature of today's emissions control components, it is entirely possible for an individual component to C3977 malfunction without leading to an immediate increase in emissions at the tailpipe. In such cases, other components (like the catalyst) can temporarily compensate for the part that is broken however, these other components can only do double duty for so long before they, too, begin to malfunction. In addition, OBD also monitors for C3977 and other malfunctions in the fuel system problems that traditional tailpipe tests were not designed to identify. Most state and local areas also include a gas cap pressure test as part of an emission inspection.

Common Causes of Chevrolet Venture C3977 OBD2 Code

A common cause of code C3977 is the failure of Air Suspension Front Inflator Solenoid Output Circuit Short To Battery, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Air fuel ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 Bank 1 harness is open or shorted
Air fuel ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 Bank 1 circuit poor electrical connection
Faulty starter motor
Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) position circuit is open or shorted

C3977 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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C3977 Chevrolet Venture OBD Code

C3977 Chevrolet Venture Error Code Repair Process :

Common Causes of Chevrolet Venture C3977 OBD2 Code

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