B0042 Oldsmobile Eighty Eight DTC Code

Oldsmobile Eighty Eight Engine Specifications:

Engine Type :	Single Cylinder Engine
Cylinder Type :	Opposed Cylinder Engine
Engine Air Intake Process :	Naturally Aspirated

Your Oldsmobile Eighty Eight engine control system detects a problem, the computer stores the diagnostic trouble code B0042 in its memory. To figure out what is wrong with your vehicle you must first extract the B0042 DTC For Oldsmobile Eighty Eight.

A good ground connection is also extremely important. B0042 Oldsmobile Eighty Eight engine problem because the presence of voltage at the panel harness won't make the panel work if there is a bad ground connection. Since the instrument cluster is mounted in a plastic dash, a separate ground wire or ground circuit through the wiring harness is usually needed to complete the power circuit. Refer again to the wiring diagram to find the ground path, and then check it with your ohmmeter. Do not use a self-powered test light because it cannot measure resistance (any resistance will lower circuit voltage).

B0042 Oldsmobile Eighty Eight DTC Meaning

B	Body Code - Problem is antilock brake system, electronic suspension and steering systems.
0	SAE - Generic
0	Transmission
4	Control Module Throttle Actuator Position Performance
2	Kick-Down Switch Failed Short

While fuel economy was increased, acceleration was seriously compromised, and the loss of engine vacuum led to a dangerous loss of braking assist when the B0042 Oldsmobile Eighty Eight code system was in four-cylinder mode. In addition to these issues, while the company proposed a hydraulically controlled system that could be switched from within the car, the version they implemented had to be manually changed in the engine compartment using hand tools.