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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 214 (ENGINE CONTROLS SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - 3.4L)DIAGNOSTIC TESTSDTC P0121: TP SENSOR PERFORMANCECONDITIONS FOR RUNNING
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 F
Conditions For Running
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 FSECTION Conditions For Running
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- DTCs P0107, P0108, P0122 or P0123 are not set.
- The engine is running for more than 2 minutes.
- The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor parameter 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.