Chevy S10 P0116: Meaning, Causes, + Diagnosis

P0116 indicates that your Chevy S10’s engine coolant temperature sensor is sending a signal to the PCM (powertrain control module) that is outside of its normal operating range (in terms of voltage). While P0116 is a generic OBD2 code (it has the same definition for any car or truck), it has the same basic causes … Read more

Chevy S10 P0117 Code: Meaning, Causes, and Diagnosis

P0117 is a generic OBD2 code.  It indicates that your Chevy S10’s PCM (powertrain control module) has detected the signal coming from the engine coolant temp (ECT) sensor has a voltage level below its normal operating range. With the ECT sensor, as the voltage level drops, it will appear that your S10 is overheating. While … Read more

Chevy S10 P0743: Meaning, Causes, + Diagnosis

P0743 is a generic OBD2 code that can occur in the Chevy S10. It indicates that your ECU/TCM has found an issue with the torque converter clutch solenoid. It is a generic code (meaning it has the same definition for all cars and trucks). Repair steps are going to vary depending on your S10’s model … Read more

Chevy S10 P0776: Meaning, Causes, + Diagnosis

P0776 is a generic OBD2 code that can occur in Chevy S10’s equipped with an automatic transmission. This code indicates that the pressure control solenoid “B” inside your S10’s transmission is having a performance issue, or is stuck in the off position. P0776 Definition: Pressure Control Solenoid “B” – Performance/Stuck Here’s the definition of P0776, … Read more

Chevy S10 P0400: Meaning, Causes, + Diagnosis

P0400 is a standard code that indicates your Chevy S10’s EGR system is not working. The good news is that this code is not a breakdown risk and should not affect how your S10 runs (assuming it’s the ONLY code). P0400 is a generic code, which means it has the same definition for the S10 … Read more

Chevy S10 P0103 Code: Meaning, Causes, + How to Fix

P0103 is a common generic OBD2 trouble code that can occur in the Chevy S10. In plain English, the MAF sensor voltage signal is outside of the accepted range (too high). It’s important to understand what the MAF sensor does. It measures the air density and volume between the air filter and the intake manifold. It’s … Read more

Chevy S10 P0106: Meaning, Causes, and Diagnosis

P0106 is a very common OBD2 trouble code that can occur in the Chevy S10. Simply put, this code indicates that the signal coming from the MAP sensor is not what it should be. P0106 Definition: MAP Sensor – Range/Performance P0106 is a generic OBD2 code, which means that it has the same definition for … Read more

Chevy S10 P0107: Meaning, Causes, and Diagnosis

P0107 is a relatively common OBD2 trouble code that can occur in the Chevy S10. In plain English, it indicates that the voltage coming from the MAP sensor is below the normal operating range. P0107 Definition: MAP Sensor – Circuit Low Input It’s a generic code, so it has the same meaning for the S10 … Read more

Chevy S10 P0056: Meaning, Causes + Diagnosis

P0056 is a somewhat common O2 sensor-related OBD2 trouble code. It is a generic code, which means it has the same definition for the Chevy S10 as it would any other vehicle. This code is almost always caused by a bad heated oxygen sensor or wiring issue and almost never creates drivability issues. P0056 should … Read more

Chevy S10 P0058: Meaning, Causes, + Diagnosis

P0058 is a not too common and OBDII trouble code that occurs in the Chevy S10. It indicates that the heated oxygen sensor (which we’ll be referring to as HO2S a lot) heater control circuit located at B2S2 is sending a signal to the PCM that is outside of its normal operating range. In this … Read more