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P1518 Diagnostic Trouble Code Discussion for October 2005

Throttle Actuator Control Module Serial Data Malfunction


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Trouble Ticket Help Requests for DTC P1518
Help Request Posted
2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4.8L Cuts out VIN: 1GTEC14V63
P1518: Throttle Actuator Control Module Serial Data Malfunction. ... sensor read loss of engine power, truck will idle but won't rev up, when you shut off key and take out of ignition the engine still runs and the dash lights and warning lights flicker on and off you have to stall out engine with clutch to shut off. engine ...
October 13, 2005
2001 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 5.3L Poor Idle Quality, MIL Lamp on, no throttle response VIN: 3GNEC16TX1
P1518: Throttle Actuator Control Module Serial Data Malfunction. vehicle is very hard to start at times when engine is cold. when it does start it has no power. seems to be better after warm up. checked all fuses and relays o k also noticed when problem happens "traction off" light is on and "reduced power" ...
October 19, 2005