Pontiac Firebird P2100 Engine Error Code
When you check Pontiac Firebird car engine light came on code P2100 the reason should be Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light). However Pontiac manufacturer may have a different definition for the P2100 OBD-II Diagnostic Powertrain (P) Trouble Code. So you should chech it on our car models.

P2100 Pontiac Firebird engine problem can be occur defective fan clutches are a common and often overlooked cause of engine overheating. The shear characteristics of the clutch fluid gradually deteriorates over time, with an average loss in drive efficiency of about 200 rpm per year. Eventually slippage reaches the point where effective cooling is no longer possible and overheating results. (On average, the life of a fan clutch is about the same as a water pump. If one needs to be replaced, the other usually does too.)
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Pontiac Firebird P2100 OBD-II Diagnostic Powertrain (P) Trouble Code DescriptionPontiac Firebird car P2100 OBD-II Trouble Code Power supply for the throttle control motor is provided to the Engine Control Module (ECM) via throttle control motor relay. The throttle control motor relay is ON/OFF controlled by the ECM. When theReason For Pontiac Firebird P2100 CodeThe reason of Pontiac Firebird P2100 OBD-II Engine Error Code is P2100 Throttle Control Motor Relay Circuit Open. |
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 P2100 Pontiac Firebird 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.
Pontiac Firebird P2100 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.
What does fault code P2100 mean for Pontiac Firebird ?
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