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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 5.0 MREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 235 (ENGINE CONTROLS - SELF-DIAGNOSTICS)DIAGNOSTIC TESTSDTC P0125: EXCESSIVE TIME TO ENTER CLOSED LOOP FUEL CONTROLDIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger Extended, 5.0 M
Diagnostic Procedures
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger Extended, 5.0 MSECTION Diagnostic Procedures
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Cadillac Seville and 2003 Cadillac DeVille. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls? If yes, go to next step. If no, see DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - ENGINE CONTROLS under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM.
- Is the cooling system low on coolant? If yes, locate and repair source of coolant loss and refill system. If no, go to next step.
- Turn ignition off. Disconnect the ECT sensor. Connect a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the signal circuit and the low reference circuit of the ECT sensor. Turn ignition on, with engine off. Observe the ECT SENSOR parameter with a scan tool. Is the ECT SENSOR parameter more than 280°F (138°C)? If yes, go to step 7. If no, go to next step.
- Connect a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the ECT sensor signal circuit and a good ground. Observe the ECT SENSOR parameter with a scan tool. Does the scan tool indicate that the ECT SENSOR parameter is more than 280°F (138°C)? If yes, go to next step. If no, go to step 6.
- Test the low reference circuit for a high resistance or an open. Did you find and correct the condition? If yes, go to step 10.
- Test the ECT sensor signal circuit for a high resistance or an open. Did you find and correct the condition? If yes, go to step 10.
- Remove the ECT sensor. Suspend the ECT sensor and a thermometer in a pan of water. Place the pan on a burner or hot plate. Test the resistance of the ECT sensor through 50-194°F (10-90°C). See appropriate SENSOR OPERATING RANGE CHARTS article. Does the resistance and temperature closely match the Temperature vs Resistance Table? If yes, go to next step. If no, go to step 9.
- Install the ECT sensor. When complete, diagnose thermostat.
- Replace the ECT sensor. See ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR under SENSORS in REMOVAL & INSTALLATION - DEVILLE & SEVILLE article. Did you complete the replacement? If yes, go to next step.
- Clear the DTCs with a scan tool. Turn off the ignition for 30 seconds. Start the engine and operate vehicle within the Conditions For Running DTC. You may also operate vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records. Did the DTC fail this ignition cycle? If yes, go to step 2. If no, go to next step.
- Observe the Capture Info with a scan tool. Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed? If yes, see DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DEFINITIONS . If no, system is okay.
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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.