DTC 16: VSS Buffer Fault: Notes

1995 Chevrolet Forward Control 7.4 NSECTION Notes
NOTE: Test number refers to number on diagnostic chart.
  1. Checks for battery voltage at VSS buffer.
  2. Tests for proper ground path for VSS buffer
  3. Tests for vss buffer signal to control module
  4. Tests for faulty connections and a faulty VSS buffer
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