DTC P0225 Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor 3 Circuit. GMC Truck Savana 1999

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 1999 🢒 Savana 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 6.5L (L65) 🢒 DTC P0225 Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor 3 Circuit

Engine Controls Components
Cell 22: Cruise Controls
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice

Circuit Description

The accelerator pedal position (APP) module provides a voltage signal that changes relative to the accelerator pedal position. There are three sensors which are located within the APP module that are scaled differently.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition switch is in the ON position.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

•	The reference voltage on the APP 3 is below 4.8 volts.

•	The condition was met for 2 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•	The service throttle soon lamp will not illuminate when one APP DTC sets. The PCM will only illuminate the service throttle soon lamp when multiple APP DTCs set.

•	The powertrain control module (PCM) records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. This information is stored in the Failure Records.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

•	The PCM will turn the MIL off after 3 consecutive trips without a fault condition.

•	A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if this or any other emission related diagnostic does not report any failures.

•	The scan tool Clear Info function was used.

Diagnostic Aids

An intermittent may be caused by the following conditions:

•	Poor connections

•	A rubbed through wire insulation

•	A broken wire inside of the insulation

All of the 5 volt reference circuits must be checked for proper reference voltage. Voltmeter accuracy is important.

Test Description

The number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the Diagnostic Table.

This step will check all 5 volt reference circuits.

Step	Action	Value(s)	Yes	No
1	Important: Before clearing the DTCs, use the scan tool Capture Info function to save the Freeze Frame and the Failure records for reference. The control module's data is deleted once the Clear Info function is used. Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed?	--	Go to Step 2	Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check
2	Disconnect the APP sensor electrical connector. Turn the ignition ON with the engine OFF. With J 39200 DMM connected to ground, check all of the APP 5 volt reference circuits at the APP harness. Is the voltage less than specified value?	4.8 V	Go to Step 5	Go to Step 3
3	Are there any other APP DTCs set?	--	Go to the applicable DTC Table	Go to Step 4
4	The DTC is intermittent. If no additional DTCs are stored, refer to Diagnostic Aids. If any additional DTCs were stored, refer to the applicable DTC table(s) first. Are there any additional DTCs stored?	--	Go to the applicable DTC Table	Go to Diagnostic Aids
5	Turn the ignition OFF. Disconnect the PCM. Check the 5 volt reference circuit for a short to ground. If the 5 volt reference circuit is shorted to ground, repair as necessary. Refer to Wiring Repairs . Did you perform a repair?	--	Go to Step 7	Go to Step 6
6	Important: The new PCM must be programmed. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming . Replace the PCM. Is the action complete?	--	Go to Step 7	--
7	Using the scan tool, clear the DTCs. Start engine. Allow the engine to idle until the normal operating temperature is reached. Select DTC and the Specific DTC function. Enter the DTC number that was set. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Setting this DTC until the scan tool indicates the diagnostic Ran. Does the scan tool indicate the diagnostic Passed?	--	Go to Step 8	Go to Step 2
8	Does the scan tool display any additional undiagnosed DTCs?	--	Go to the Applicable DTC Table	System OK