P0142 Plymouth Voyager OBD Code

OBD/2 P0142 error code description and symptoms.

Output Shaft Speed sensor circuit intermittent failure The output shaft speed sensor signal to the PCM is irregular or interrupted.
Harness connector not properly seated Harness intermittently shorted, or open Harness connector damaged OSS sensor damaged, or not installed properly Verify harness and connector integrity Verify OSS sensor proper installation.

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.

P0142 Plymouth Voyager Error Code Repair Process :

If your vehicle failed a P0142 test and the P0142 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 p0142 o2 sensor circuit malfunction bank 1 sensor 3 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 p0142 o2 sensor circuit malfunction bank 1 sensor 3: 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 Plymouth Voyager P0142 OBD2 Code

A common cause of code P0142 is the failure of P0142 O2 Sensor Circuit Malfunction Bank 1 Sensor 3, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Camshaft Position Sensor harness is open or shorted
Faulty starter motor
Faulty Crankshaft Position Sensor (POS)
Spark plugs may be faulty

P0142 is a kind of Powertrain Trouble Code

Powertrain of a modern automobile, comprising engine (with exhaust system), transmission, drive shaft, suspension and the wheels. In a motor vehicle, the term powertrain or powerplant describes the main components that generate power and deliver it to the road surface, water, or air.

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P0142 Plymouth Voyager OBD Code

P0142 Plymouth Voyager Error Code Repair Process :

Common Causes of Plymouth Voyager P0142 OBD2 Code

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