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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 143 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - 3.1L ENGINE)DIAGNOSTIC TESTSDTC P0121: TP SENSOR PERFORMANCECONDITIONS FOR RUNNING DTC
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time
Conditions For Running DTC
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Conditions For Running DTC
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2002 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- DTCs P0107, P0108, P0122, P0123, P1106, P1107, P1121, or P1122 are not set.
- The engine has been running for more than 2 minutes.
- The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) is more than 167Β°F (75Β°C).
- The MAP reading is less than 50 kPa for a TP sensor skewed high test.
- The MAP reading is more than 70 kPa for a TP sensor skewed low test.
- The MAP is steady for 5 seconds or more.
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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.