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P0389 Engine Trouble Code

Meaning of P0389 engine trouble code is a kind of powertrain trouble code and P0389 if your catalytic convertor fails completely, you eventually won't be able to keep the car running. Your gas mileage will also be terrible, so you should try and fix it as soon as you can. Unfortunately, the average replacement cost is around $2,140 and you can't do it yourself unless you're an experienced mechanic.

P0389 Fault Symptoms :

Check engine light comes on
Engine stalling or misfiring
Engine performance issues
Car not starting

If one of these reasons for P0389 code is occuring now you should check P0389 repair processes.
Now don't ask yourself; What should you do with P0389 code ?
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P0389 Possible Solution:

Disconnected, dirty or fouled spark plugs are common causes for engines that won't start. Spark plugs typically need to be replaced every season or 25 hours of use. You should also check that the spark plug gap is set properly. If your spark plugs look good, problems with your ignition system can also preventing a spark. These can range from a faulty spark plug lead, shorted kill switch or flywheel key damage.

P0389 Code Meaning :

P	0	3	8	9
OBD-II Diagnostic Powertrain (P) Trouble Code For Engine	Intake Valve Control Solenoid Circuit Low	Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent	Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction	Reverse Input Circuit

The catalytic converter has an oxygen sensor in front and behind it. When the vehicle is warm and running in closed loop mode, the upstream oxygen sensor waveform reading should fluctuate.

P0389 OBD-II Diagnostic Powertrain (P) Trouble Code Description

P0389 OBD-II Trouble Code The Crankshaft position sensor also known as the crank position sensor is an electronic device used in an engine to record the rate at which the crankshaft is spinning. This information is used by the P0389 code.

Main reason For P0389 Code

The reason of P0389 OBD-II Engine Trouble Code is Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent.

P0389 the main thing to check is to verify the operation of the VCT solenoid. You're looking for a sticking or stuck VCt solenoid valve caused by contamination. Refer to vehicle specific repair manual to perform component tests for the VCT unit.

	Example: 0140