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P3731 engine code seems a kind of powertrain problem, we try to show one by one the meaning and the solution.
Brief explanation of the P3731 code and definition of P3731 is the bottom side.
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Powertrain Code Problem is related engine, transmission and emissions systems. |
| 3 | SAE - Generic |
| 7 | Auxiliary Emission Controls |
| 3 | Cruise Control Servo Indicates Low |
| 1 | TFP Valve Position Switch-Drive Without Drive Ratio |
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 P3731 ?
The original multi-displacement system turned off opposite pairs of cylinders, allowing the engine to have three different configurations and displacements. P3731 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. |
The oxygen (02) sensors on your car measure the oxygen in the exhaust to determine how rich or lean the ratio of fuel and air are in the cylinders. Optimizing this mixture means better fuel economy and fewer exhaust emissions. When you see P3731 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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