One of the more common engine management trouble codes that can occur in the Pontiac GTO is P0340. It’s a generic code, which means it has the same definition for every car or truck made after 1996. P0340 is related to the camshaft position sensor and points to an issue with the wiring harness connected … Read more
P0122 is a common trouble code with the Pontiac GTO. It’s an OBDII code that references issues with the Throttle Position Sensor (TPS). It is relatively serious problem since it can leave your vehicle stranded or severely limited. OBDII code P0122 is a serious problem that requires serious attention. Diagnosing it can be … Read more
P0457 is a somewhat common trouble code with the Pontiac GTO. This code references a number that is given to you when you plug your GTO into a OBDII scanner. P0457 Indicates that there is a leak in the Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) System. It is similar to P0455 (large leak) and P0456 (small leak) … Read more
The P0128 OBD II trouble code indicates that your Pontiac GTO’s engine coolant temperature has not reached its required operating temperature within a certain amount of time after starting the car. This code can appear as soon as you start your vehicle, or it can also occur while driving. It’s essential to address this issue … Read more
One of the most common trouble codes with the Pontiac GTO is the P0456 code. This trouble code references a number that is given to you when you plug your GTO into an OBDII scanner. P0456 Indicates that there is a small leak in the evaporative emission control system. It often appears with or is … Read more
If you own a Pontiac GTO, you may have encountered the P0102 trouble code. This code indicates that the Mass Air Flow (MAF) circuit is low and not performing within its specified operating range. When this happens, your car may experience drivability issues such as stalling, lack of power, rough idle, and hesitation. There are … Read more
P0101 code in the Pontiac GTO is crucial to maintaining your truck’s performance and ensuring it runs efficiently. This code indicates that there is a problem with your car’s Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, specifically, a Range/Performance issue. The most common cause of P0101 is a bad MAF sensor. When you encounter the P0101 code, … Read more
P0141 is a very common OBDII code that occurs in the Pontiac GTO. It is caused by a failure in one of the elements that heat the oxygen sensors, specifically bank 1 sensor 2, which is downstream from the catalytic converter. It technically stands for: The purpose of the heated element in the oxygen sensor … Read more
P0011 is a common (and serious) OBD II diagnostic trouble code that can occur in the Pontiac GTO. It indicates an issue with your car’s Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system. The first thing you should do when you have this code is check your GTO’s oil. If the oil level is too low, the camshaft … Read more
P0113 is an OBDII trouble code that occurs when the Pontiac GTO’s engine management computer detects that there is an issue with the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor, specifically that there is a High Input Problem with it. P0113: IAT Sensor → High Input Problem The IAT sensor is responsible for measuring the air temperature … Read more