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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1997CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN CARGO, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 33 (ENGINE CONTROLS - TESTS W/CODES - 3.8L)TROUBLE CODE CHARTSCODE P0342, CAM SIGNAL CIRCUITDIAGNOSTIC AIDS
1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 F
Diagnostic Aids
1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 FSECTION Diagnostic Aids
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An intermittent may be caused by a poor connection, rubbed through wire insulation, or a broken wire inside insulation. Check for:
- Poor Connection Or Damaged Harness
Inspect control module harness connectors for backed out cam signal circuit terminal, improper mating, broken locks, improperly formed or damaged terminals, poor terminal to wire connection, and damaged harness. - Intermittent Test
If connections and harness are okay, monitor a DVOM connected between control module cam signal circuit terminal and ground while moving related connectors and wiring harness. If failure is induced, voltage reading will change. This may assist in isolating location of malfunction.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.