P3242 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser DTC Code

Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser Engine Specifications:

Engine Type :	Multi-Cylinder Engine
Cylinder Type :	Opposite Piston Engine
Engine Air Intake Process :	Naturally Aspirated

Your Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser engine control system detects a problem, the computer stores the diagnostic trouble code P3242 in its memory. To figure out what is wrong with your vehicle you must first extract the P3242 DTC For Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.

To solve P3242 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser problem, you'll have to remove the muffler, crankcase and other components blocking the valve chamber. Then, remove the cylinder head bolts (label for easy re-installation) Adjust the jaws of the valve spring compressor until they touch the top and bottom of the valve chamber Push the tool in to compress the spring and tighten the jaws Remove the retainers and lift out the valves , compressors and springs

P3242 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser DTC Meaning

P	Powertrain Code - Problem is related engine, transmission and emissions systems.
3	SAE - Generic
2	Computer And Auxiliary Outputs
4	Control Module Throttle Actuator Position Performance
2	Kick-Down Switch Failed Short

If your P3242 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser check engine light is illuminated, it's best to take it in for diagnostic testing, which can feel like a hassle. Because while the lights vary in appearance from vehicle to vehicle, all have the same basic meaning: There's a problem with the car's emissions system. The on-board diagnostics system P3242 and engine control unit are in charge of monitoring a bunch of different P3242 DTC For Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser, and if they get a reading that's a little out of whack, up pops the check engine light.