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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1996SPORTVAN VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 6.5 YREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 44 (ENGINE CONTROLS - TESTS W/CODES - 6.5L DIESEL)DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHARTSDTC 45, EGR VENT ERRORNOTES
1996 Chevrolet Sportvan Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 Y
DTC 45, EGR Vent Error: Notes
1996 Chevrolet Sportvan Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 YSECTION Notes
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When PCM recognizes operating range for no EGR, PCM energizes EGR vent solenoid which allows rapid venting of EGR vacuum. This solenoid is normally open. DTC 45 will set when:
- Ignition voltage is present on EGR vent control circuit when EGR vent is commanded on.
Or
- No ignition voltage is present on EGR vent control circuit when EGR vent is commanded off.
PCM will default to shut off EGR system.
NOTE:
Test numbers refer to numbers on diagnostic chart.
- This step determines if DTC 45 is result of a hard failure or an intermittent condition.
- This step checks if PCM and wiring are okay.
- This step checks power and control circuits.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.