Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 7 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC CHARTSDTC 36 - DISCRIMINATING SENSOR CIRCUIT OPEN OR SHORT TODTC WILL CLEAR
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic
DTC Will Clear
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION DTC Will Clear
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Current DTC: voltage at SENSOR FEED terminal No. 9 is more than 3.2 volts for 500 milliseconds. History DTC: scan tool clear codes command issued or 250 malfunction free ignition cycles have occurred.
NOTE:
Test numbers refer to test numbers on diagnostic table. For circuit number identification, see WIRING DIAGRAMSΒ
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- 2) This test checks for proper contact and/or corrosion or YellowΒ 2-way connector.
- 7) This test checks for malfunctioning discriminating sensor.
- 8) This test checks for open in CKT 1751.
- 11) This test isolates open in CKT 1751 to one side of connector C114.
- 14) This tests checks for proper contact and/or corrosion of inflatable restraint control module connector.
- 19) This test checks for open in CKT 349.
- 22) This test isolates open in CKT 349 to one side of connector C114.
- 25) This test checks for short to voltage in CKT 349.
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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.