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P0502

Code meaning and manufacturer information

OBD-II / DTC

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Manufacturer wording

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Manufacturer communications

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PIP4409F ↗

CHEVROLET, GMC, HUMMER

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles the have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on and or engine running rough. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0106, P0107, P0171, P0300, P0502, P1107, and P2431. Technician will need to inspect all Manifold …

PI11489B ↗

CADILLAC, CHEVROLET

ome customers may comment on a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated. They may also comment that they intermittently are unable to shift into Reverse. When checking the vehicle for DTCs, the engine control module (ECM) may report P0502 as current or in history. This may be caused by water intrusion into the vehicle’s manu…

PI1489A ↗

CADILLAC, CHEVROLET

Some customers may comment on a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated. They may also comment that they intermittently are unable to shift into Reverse. When checking the vehicle for DTCs, the engine control module (ECM) may report P0502 as current or in history. This may be caused by water intrusion into the vehicle’s man…

PI1489A ↗

CADILLAC, CHEVROLET

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated, Intermittently Unable to Shift into Reverse, DTC P0502 Set

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MakeModelModel year
CadillacATS ↗2016
CadillacATS ↗2015
CadillacATS ↗2014
CadillacATS ↗2013
CadillacATS-V ↗2016
ChevroletCOLORADO ↗2012
ChevroletCOLORADO ↗2011
ChevroletCOLORADO ↗2010

Code meaning and manufacturer information

Original wording in English · Historical directory labels; manufacturer applicability has not been established for every entry.

Vehicle Speed Sensor Circuit Low Input

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A code alone cannot establish whether driving is safe. A flashing malfunction light, severe shaking, overheating, oil-pressure warning or loss of braking or steering needs prompt attention. Stop in a safe place and seek assistance when control or engine safety is affected. Follow the vehicle handbook.