GMC Sonoma Service Stabilitrak: Meaning + How to Fix

One of the most common issues with the GMC Sonoma, or any newer GM vehicle, is the “Service StabiliTrak” warning.   StabiliTrak is GM’s electronic stability control system. It does much more than a standard traction control system. It is one of the most innovative and vital safety features on your GMC Sonoma and can … Read more

GMC Sonoma P0151 Code: Meaning, Causes, How to Fix

The P0151 code is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code that indicates low voltage in the GMC Sonoma’s Oxygen (O2) sensor circuit located at Bank 2, Sensor 1 (B2S1). The B2S1 O2 sensor plays a crucial role in maintaining optimal engine performance by detecting the air-fuel ratio in the exhaust, then sending this data to the … Read more

GMC Sonoma P0740: Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Malfunction

P0740 is one of the most common transmission trouble codes. It means that the Sonoma‘s computer has detected that there is an issue with the torque converter clutch (TCC) solenoid circuit.     P0740: Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Malfunction   The TCC “locks” the drivetrain, which allows for a true mechanical connection between the transmission … Read more

GMC Sonoma P0405:  EGR Sensor “A” → Circuit Low

  P0405 is a generic OBDII trouble code.  It deals with the signal coming from the EGR system.  Since it is a generic code, it has the same meaning for the GMC Sonoma as it would any other vehicle.   The EGR system allows a certain amount of the Sonoma’s exhaust to re-enter the combustion chamber, … Read more

GMC Sonoma P0175: Causes, Diagnosis, How to Fix

P0175 is a common trouble code that can appear in the GMC Sonoma. It’s generic, so it has the same meaning for your truck as it would any other automobile. There are MANY issues that can cause P0175 in the Sonoma. If there are other codes present, use them to eliminate potential causes and save … Read more

GMC Sonoma P0174: Meaning, Causes, How to Fix

One of the most common trouble codes with the GMC Sonoma is P0174. It indicates that your GMC Sonoma is running lean on the bank two side of the engine.  P0174 and P0171 (fuel trim lean bank one) are the most frequently seen air/fuel mixture-related codes. If they appear together, it reduces the list of … Read more

GMC Sonoma P0172: Fuel System Rich – Bank 1

A common trouble code with the GMC Sonoma is P0172. This code number references a number given to you when you plug your truck into an OBDII scanner. It’s not the most complicated OBDII trouble code to diagnose. It is also one of the most common. It means the motor is running rich. GMC Sonoma … Read more