FALSE CODE 42 RE-ROUTE EST WIRING

VEHICLES AFFECTED: 1984 Oldsmobile/Buick 'G' and 'B' Styles With 5.0L V-8 and C.C.C.

A False Code 42 may be caused by the routing of the EST wiring through and around spark plug ignition wires. The electromagnetic field around the spark plug wires is causing the False Code 42 to be set.

To correct the condition, route the EST wiring to the cowling side of the transmission fluid fill tube.

Another condition that may set a False Code 42 is by the cycling of the ignition switch 'ON-OFF-ON' without a pause in the 'OFF' position.

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