P0523 Code: Meaning, Causes, & Likely Fixes

P0523 is a standard OBD2 trouble code. In layman’s terms, the code indicates the signal from the oil pressure sensor is higher than its normal operating range (in terms of voltage). While P0523 is generic (it has the same definition for all vehicles), it is most commonly observed in cars and trucks built by GM … Read more

P305F Chevrolet Malibu and Impala: What It Is and How to Fix

Late-model Chevy Malibu’s and Impala’s use two batteries to help power their auto-start feature. The P305F code indicates a performance issue with the module that controls the two batteries. In reality, P305F is usually caused by low voltage in the auxiliary battery. P305F Definition: Dual Battery Control Module Performance Here’s what’s happening if your Impala … Read more

Saturn SW: Engine Power Reduced

Many late model GM-made vehicles, such as the Saturn SW use an “Engine Power Reduced” mode when they detect a potentially catastrophic problem. Reduced engine power has been known to come on at very inopportune times (such as while driving on the highway). Many components can cause the engine power to be reduced. The most … Read more

Saturn SC: Engine Power Reduced

Many late model GM-made vehicles, such as the Saturn SC use an “Engine Power Reduced” mode when they detect a potentially catastrophic problem. Reduced engine power has been known to come on at very inopportune times (such as while driving on the highway). Many components can cause the engine power to be reduced. The most … Read more

Saturn SL: Engine Power Reduced

Many late model GM-made vehicles, such as the Saturn SL use an “Engine Power Reduced” mode when they detect a potentially catastrophic problem. Reduced engine power has been known to come on at very inopportune times (such as while driving on the highway). Many components can cause the engine power to be reduced. The most … Read more

Hummer H3: Engine Power Reduced

Many late model GM-made vehicles, such as the Hummer H3 use an “Engine Power Reduced” mode when they detect a potentially catastrophic problem. Reduced engine power has been known to come on at very inopportune times (such as while driving on the highway). Many components can cause the engine power to be reduced. The most … Read more

Hummer H2: Engine Power Reduced

Many late model GM-made vehicles, such as the Hummer H2 use an “Engine Power Reduced” mode when they detect a potentially catastrophic problem. Reduced engine power has been known to come on at very inopportune times (such as while driving on the highway). Many components can cause the engine power to be reduced. The most … Read more

Hummer H1: Engine Power Reduced

Many late model GM-made vehicles, such as the Hummer H1 use an “Engine Power Reduced” mode when they detect a potentially catastrophic problem. Reduced engine power has been known to come on at very inopportune times (such as while driving on the highway). Many components can cause the engine power to be reduced. The most … Read more

Opel Vectra: Engine Power Reduced

Many late model GM-made vehicles, such as the Opel Vectra use an “Engine Power Reduced” mode when they detect a potentially catastrophic problem. Reduced engine power has been known to come on at very inopportune times (such as while driving on the highway). Many components can cause the engine power to be reduced. The most … Read more

Opel Agila: Engine Power Reduced

Many late model GM-made vehicles, such as the Opel Agila use an “Engine Power Reduced” mode when they detect a potentially catastrophic problem. Reduced engine power has been known to come on at very inopportune times (such as while driving on the highway). Many components can cause the engine power to be reduced. The most … Read more