P3616 Packard Carribean OBD Code

OBD/2 P3616 error code description and symptoms.

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.

Some systems require that the actuator has an adequate supply of brake fluid. Low brake fluid levels can mimic the symptoms of code P3616, so consult the manual to locate the brake fluid reservoir. Bear in mind that a low fluid level can set code P3616 on some applications, so make sure that on fluid operated systems the fluid level is up to the mark before starting an electrical diagnosis.

P3616 Packard Carribean Error Code Repair Process :

For solenoid relay # 1 circuit failure check engine light is perhaps the most troubling of lights because it could mean so many different things, from you didn't screw the gas cap on tightly enough to look out for pistons flying through the hood and into the stratosphere. The easiest way to find out what this light is telling you is to hook your vehicle up to a scan tool. P3616 error code diagnostic tool looks a little like an oversized calculator and plugs into a communication port inside the car. After you instruct it to perform the scan, it speaks solenoid relay # 1 circuit failure with your car's computers to find out exactly what's prompting the light to turn on.

Difficulty Level (Soso)

Repair Time (50 Min.)

Cost Prediction : $ 70-120

Common Causes of Packard Carribean P3616 OBD2 Code

A common cause of code P3616 is the failure of Solenoid Relay # 1 Circuit Failure, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

• Dirty Oil
• Damaged camshaft position (CMP) sensor
• Air fuel ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 Bank 1 circuit poor electrical connection
• Missing or loose fuel cap

P3616 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.

P3616 code for other Packard cars

You can view according P3616 DTC for your car model. We selected several models to see obd2 solutions click and view it.

• P3616 Packard 12
• P3616 Packard 120
• P3616 Packard 200
• P3616 Packard 300
• P3616 Packard 400
• P3616 Packard 7
• P3616 Packard A
• P3616 Packard Cavalier
• P3616 Packard Clipper
• P3616 Packard Custom
• P3616 Packard De
• P3616 Packard Eight
• P3616 Packard Executive
• P3616 Packard Mayfair
• P3616 Packard Patrician
• P3616 Packard Super
• P3616 Packard Twelve
• P3616 Packard Twin

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