What makes a GMC Canyon check engine light illuminate?

What makes a GMC Canyon check engine light illuminate?

The engine may develop a misfire due to worn valve seats. This fault will cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate. Replacement of the cylinder head may be required to correct this concern. The average cost for a GMC Canyon Check Engine Light Diagnosis & Testing is between $88 -$111.

Why does my car not accelerate when I press the gas pedal?

This sensor sends a reference voltage to your power-train control module, which uses that to determine ignition timing and fuel trims. If the power-train control module is not detecting the proper signal from the throttle position sensor, the engine may not accelerate properly.

How much does a GMC Canyon engine cost?

My 2005 GMC Canyon is idling very rough and feels like it’s going to die at lower rpm, I took it to the dealership and was told the number two cylinder head is firing at very low compression. They quoted me $3500 to repair. The engine only has 58,000 miles on it, shouldn’t the vehicle run a little longer than this?

What are the symptoms of a bad accelerator pedal?

Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Throttle/Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor. Common signs of a faulty pedal position sensor include inconsistent engine response, reduced fuel efficiency, and the Check Engine Light coming on. The days of having to constantly adjust the throttle cable due to a loose nut on the carburetor are long gone.

The engine may develop a misfire due to worn valve seats. This fault will cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate. Replacement of the cylinder head may be required to correct this concern. The average cost for a GMC Canyon Check Engine Light Diagnosis & Testing is between $88 -$111.

My 2005 GMC Canyon is idling very rough and feels like it’s going to die at lower rpm, I took it to the dealership and was told the number two cylinder head is firing at very low compression. They quoted me $3500 to repair. The engine only has 58,000 miles on it, shouldn’t the vehicle run a little longer than this?

When did I get my misfire on my car fixed?

I took it to the dealership to get it fix in 2007. From what they told me cylinder 2&5 had the misfire. They said the coils were OK, they replaced cylinder head with updated version. The problem came back not to long after they apparently fixed it. Still to this date 2016, and I’m still showing a misfire.

What is the diagnostic code for a GMC Canyon?

The ECM (Engine Control Module) of the vehicle has detected that there is a fault in the circuit which controls the vent that releases the fuel vapor from the system. This will be followed by the service engine soon light. GMC Canyon P0449 OBDII Code Symptoms

What kind of valve do I need for my GMC Canyon?

I recently purchased an EVAP Purge Solenoid Valve for my 2004 GMC Canyon and wish to install it. The part that I received from GMC is labeled as “valve evap em” on the package.

What does p0449 mean on an OBDII Canyon?

P0449 is a universal OBDII trouble code. This means that regardless of which make or model of vehicle, the code will mean the same thing (Canyon or not, as long as it was manufactured after 1996). P0449 indicates that the valve or solenoid circuit that controls the evaporation system is not functioning properly.