C3342 Trouble Code

View C3342 obd/2 error code description and symptoms. C3342 engine photo

Catalytic converters must be warm before they can work properly. On a cold start the PCM provides a rich mixture to keep the cold engine running.
All that extra fuel goes into the catalytic converter. But the exhaust isn't very hot, because, ah, the engine is pretty cold. GM has employed several strategies to fire up the catalytic converter quicker and reduce cold start emissions. One way is to use a secondary air pump that pumps outside air directly into the catalytic converter.

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.

C3342 Error Code Repair Process :

The scent may C3342 signal oil or coolant leaking from their normally closed-loop systems, or it may indicate dangerous exhaust gases invading your car's interior. Car and truck exhaust contains toxic gases such C3342, so if the inside of your car mirror passenger drive circuit failure as if you were standing behind your car, get out and get it fixed. Fight the urge to take a little nap first. So sleepy. That's the carbon monoxide talking, friends. At least open a window on your way to the shop.

C3342 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.

Common Causes of C3342

A common cause of code C3342 is the failure of Mirror Passenger Drive Circuit Failure, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Dirty Oil
Damaged camshaft position (CMP) sensor
Intake Valve Timing Control Solenoid Valve circuit poor electrical connection
Faulty Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) position solenoid

C3342 code for all cars

You can view according C3342 DTC for your car model. We selected several models to see obd2 solutions click and view it.

+C3342 Lexus Is300

+C3342 Buick Rendezvous

+C3342 Chevrolet Corsa

+C3342 Crossley 20

+C3342 Triumph Vitesse

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