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Service Engine Soon Lamp ON, DTC P0147 Set

File In Section: 06 - Engine/Propulsion System

Bulletin No.: 01-06-04-004

Date: February, 2001

TECHNICAL

Subject:
SES Light Illuminated - DTC P0147 Set, 02 Sensor Heater (Reprogram VCM)

Models:
2000 Chevrolet and GMC M/L Van
with 4.3 L V6 Engine (VIN W - RPO L35)
and California Emissions (RPO NC1/NC8/NF4)
Built prior to February 21, 2000

Condition

Some customers may comment on an illuminated Service Engine Soon (SES) Light. Upon investigation, the technician identifies a DTC P0147 has been set.

Cause

Vehicle system interactions may cause the OBD2 diagnostics to set a P-code for the 02 sensor's heater performance.

Correction

After following Strategy-Based Diagnostics without resolution, reprogram the VCM with the latest calibration. DO NOT replace the 02 Sensor.

Important:
All DTCs, calibration numbers, technician observations, and customer comments are to be recorded on the repair order in accordance with article 1 .6.2G of the General Motors Service Policies and Procedures Manual.

Calibration Information





The Calibrations shown are electronic calibrations and are NOT available from GMSPO. Calibrations will be available from Techline starting January 2001, on the TIS 2000 version TIS 01/2001 data or later.





Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty. use table as shown.





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