Chevy HHR OBDII Code Diagnosis

P0141 is a very common OBDII code that occurs in the Chevy HHR. It is caused by a failure in one of the elements that heat the oxygen sensors, specifically bank 1 sensor 2, which is downstream from the catalytic converter. It technically stands for: The purpose of the heated element in the oxygen sensor … Read more

Chevy HHR P1516 Trouble Code Diagnosis

P1516 is a very common trouble code. It is a GM ONLY code, which means that it has the same meaning only for GM vehicles, such as the Chevy HHR. A P1516 for a Hyundai, for example, means something totally different. Trouble code P1516 lets you know that the Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) Module has … Read more

P0113 Chevy HHR

P0113 is an OBDII trouble code that occurs when the Chevy HHR’s engine management computer detects that there is an issue with the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor, specifically that there is a High Input Problem with it. P0113: IAT Sensor → High Input Problem The IAT sensor is responsible for measuring the air temperature … Read more

Chevy HHR P0011: What it Means + How to Fix

P0011 is a common (and serious) OBD II diagnostic trouble code that can occur in the Chevy HHR. It indicates an issue with your car’s Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system. The first thing you should do when you have this code is check your HHR’s oil. If the oil level is too low, the camshaft … Read more

Chevy HHR P0441: Meaning, Causes, How to Fix

P0441 is one of the more common OBD II codes that can occur in the Chevy HHR.  It is frequently caused by a loose or bad gas cap, cracked or disconnected EVAP system hoses, vacuum leaks, or a bad purge valve. Always start by taking a look at the gas cap. P0441 is related to … Read more

Chevy HHR P0442 Engine Code: Causes + How to Fix

One of the most common issues that happens with the Chevy HHR is the P0442 trouble code. This code appears when connecting the vehicle to an OBDII scanner and pertains to the emissions system.  While it’s unlikely to cause a breakdown, it can be bothersome and may result in a failed emissions test for your … Read more

P0135 Chevy HHR

P0135 is a very common OBDII code that occurs in the Chevy HHR. It is caused by a failure in one of the oxygen sensors heated elements, specifically bank 1 sensor 1. It technically stands for: P0135: Heated Oxygen Sensor → Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction → Bank 1, Sensor 1 The purpose of the heated … Read more

Chevy HHR P0401: Meaning, Causes, How to Fix

P0401 is a very common OBDII trouble code that’ll pop up in the Chevy HHR. It has to do with the emissions system and stands for Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)→ Insufficient Flow. The EGR system in your car is responsible for recirculating exhaust gasses in order to lower the vehicle’s emissions output. There are three … Read more

Chevy HHR P0430 Code: Causes + How to Fix

This page is meant to help you troubleshoot the Chevy HHR P0430 trouble code. It covers the P0430 code’s meaning, symptoms, causes, and possible solutions. P0430 is an emissions-related trouble code and is virtually never a breakdown risk. P0430 is usually caused by a catalytic converter issue or a bad O2 sensor. Table of Contents … Read more

P0741 Chevy HHR

P0741 is a very common trouble code. It’s know to affect the Chevy HHR quite often. Here’s what it means: P0741: Torque Converter Clutch Circuit → Performance or Stuck Off The HHR uses a clutch in the torque converter to lock the engine and transmission together at highway speed. P0741 can register whenever this connection … Read more