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Powertrain Controls - ECM/PCM

TOP DEAD CENTER (TDC) OFFSET ERROR

^ This Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) indicates there is a pump timing problem.
^ This DTC will set if TDC offset is greater than ± 2.0°, or the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has lost memory (TDC offset is stored in PCM memory).
^ Check injection pump timing, if OK, refer to Injector Timing. Adjustments

When all diagnosis and repairs are completed, clear DTC(s) and verify proper operation.