If your Oldsmobile Bravada’s AC system is not working, it can be uncomfortable and downright dangerous on a hot day. There are A LOT of issues that can cause your vehicle’s air conditioner to fail. This article is broken down into these three sections to help save you time repairing …
Read More »Oldsmobile Bravada Dash Light Flicker and No Start: How to Fix
Dash lights flickering and failure to start is a very common issue that can happen to the Oldsmobile Bravada. While your first impulse may be to think that there is something wrong with your vehicle’s starter (and it is possible), it’s usually caused by an issue with the battery or …
Read More »Oldsmobile Bravada P0088: Causes + Likely Fix
P0088 is a common OBD2 trouble code that can occur in the Oldsmobile Bravada. In layman’s terms, it indicates that your SUV’s fuel pressure is too high. While P0088 is a generic code, repair steps will vary depending on your Bravada’s model year, engine type, and how it regulates fuel …
Read More »Oldsmobile Bravada P0152: Causes + Easy Diagnosis
P0152 is a common OBDII code that occurs in many vehicles, including the Oldsmobile Bravada. It indicates that the bank 2 sensor 1 O2 sensor is reporting a voltage level that is higher than its normal operating range. P0152 Definition: O2 Sensor – High Voltage – B2S1 O2 Sensor Oxygen sensors …
Read More »Oldsmobile Bravada P0501 Code: Causes + Likely Fix
P0501 is an OBD2 trouble code that indicates there is an issue with your Oldsmobile Bravada’s Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS). It occurs when the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) gets a signal from the VSS outside its normal operating range (in terms of voltage). P0501 is a generic powertrain code, which …
Read More »Oldsmobile Bravada: P0008 Code Diagnosis
P0008 is a somewhat uncommon OBD2 trouble code that can occur in the Oldsmobile Bravada. It indicates that the crankshaft and camshaft are not synchronized properly, and should be considered a breakdown risk. Driving your Bravada with P0008 can lead to engine damage and a costly repair. While P0008 is …
Read More »Oldsmobile Bravada P0193: Symptoms, Causes, & Likely Fixes
P0193 is a generic OBD-II code that can occur in the Oldsmobile Bravada. It indicates that your Bravada’s fuel rail pressure sensor is sending a signal to the PCM that is above its normal operating range (in terms of voltage value). While P0193 is a generic code (it has the …
Read More »Oldsmobile Bravada C0040: Meaning, Causes, + Likely Fix
C0040 is a chassis trouble code that occurs in the Oldsmobile Bravada. GM designated C0040 to indicate an issue with the right front wheel speed sensor. Replacing your Bravada’s right front wheel speed sensor is the most common repair for C0040, but it’s not the only one. Wiring harness issues …
Read More »Oldsmobile Bravada C0035: Causes, Diagnosis, + Likely Fix
C0035 is a manufacturer-specific chassis trouble code that can occur in the Oldsmobile Bravada. GM designated C0035 to indicate an issue with the left front wheel speed sensor. Replacing your Bravada’s left front wheel speed sensor is the most common fix for C0035, but it’s not the only one. C0035 …
Read More »Oldsmobile Bravada: Engine Power Reduced
Many late model GM-made vehicles, such as the Oldsmobile Bravada use an “Engine Power Reduced” mode when they detect a potentially catastrophic problem. Reduced engine power has been known to come on at very inopportune times (such as while driving on the highway). Many components can cause the engine power …
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