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P3970 Kia M-car engine code seems a kind of powertrain problem, we try to show one by one the meaning and the solution.
Brief explanation of the P3970 Kia M-car code and definition of P3970 Kia M-car is the bottom side.
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Powertrain Code Problem is related engine, transmission and emissions systems. |
| 3 | SAE - Generic |
| 9 | Fuel And Air Metering (Injector Circuit Malfunctions Only) |
| 7 | Vehicle Speed Output Circuit |
| 0 | Transmission Engaged At High Throttle Angle |
SAE - Generic codes, which have a '0' as their second digit to indicate they are common to all makes and models of vehicles. These are the codes that are required for basic emissions fault diagnosis.
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How To Fix P3970 Kia M-car ?
Regarding the P3970 code, it would probably be worthwhile to carefully inspect the wire harness near the intake manifold bracket. This is done most easily from below the car in the area near the oil filter. |
The original multi-displacement system turned off opposite pairs of cylinders, allowing the engine to have three different configurations and displacements. P3970 code had an elaborate diagnostics procedure, including showing engine trouble codes on the air conditionning display. However, the system was troublesome, misunderstood by customers, and a rash of unpredictable failures led to the technology being quickly retired. When you see P3970 Kia M-car engine fault code on your engine code reader this description will help you.
| P Codes | List of all Powertrain codes. |
Final Step: In the definitions listed below, there is a test drive recommended after you've completed any repairs to see if the condition is fixed. Before you take a test drive after a repair, always erase the P Code(s) first. This will turn the check engine light off and then you will know if the check engine light returns, you've got further diagnostics to complete.
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