No acceleration, code PO641

Tiny
DB221996
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  • 2007 CHEVROLET TAHOE
  • 5.3L
  • V8
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 130,000 MILES
One day I get in the SUV and it throws an engine light. Misfire. Got spark plug and it goes away. Then next day I get in my vehicle I have absolutely no acceleration from pedal. Tested pedal, pedal is good. Has a code po641. 5 volts circuit, 5 volts reference circuit. What is all on the circuit that could be causing this? Need ideas asap.
Sunday, January 13th, 2019 AT 9:23 PM

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Tiny
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Good morning,

The 300 misfire code, be sure you test the fuel pressure. That is the most common failure for this issue.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

A failing pump will give you those symptoms.

The 641 code, indicates a failed PCM. It has an internal failure for the 5 volt reference circuit.

P0641
Descriptor
Probable Causes
Engine Control Module (ECM)

Get these checked but it looks like the PCM is your issue.

Roy

Procedure

ENGINE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT

Service of the engine control module (ECM) should consist of either replacement of the ECM or programming of the electrically erasable programmable read only memory (EEPROM). If the diagnostic procedures call for the ECM to be replaced, the replacement ECM should be checked to ensure that the correct part is being used. If the correct part is being used, remove the faulty ECM and install the new service ECM.

NOTE:
- Turn the ignition OFF when installing or removing the control module connectors and disconnecting or reconnecting the power to the control module (battery cable, power-train control module (PCM)/engine control module (ECM)/trans-axle control module (TCM) pigtail, control module fuse, jumper cables, etc.) in order to prevent internal control module damage.
- Control module damage may result when the metal case contacts battery voltage. DO NOT contact the control module metal case with battery voltage when servicing a control module, using battery booster cables, or when charging the vehicle battery.
- In order to prevent any possible electrostatic discharge damage to the control module, do no touch the connector pins or the soldered components on the circuit board.
- Remove any debris from around the control module connector surfaces before servicing the control module. Inspect the control module connector gaskets when diagnosing or replacing the control module. Ensure that the gaskets are installed correctly. The gaskets prevent contaminant intrusion into the control module.
- The replacement control module must be programmed.

IMPORTANT: It is necessary to record the remaining engine oil life. If the replacement module is not programmed with the remaining engine oil life, the engine oil life will default to 100 percent. If the replacement module is not programmed with the remaining engine oil life, the engine oil will need to be changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) from the last oil change.

Removal Procedure

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1. Using a scan tool, retrieve the percentage of remaining engine oil. Record the remaining engine oil life.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Disengage the engine wiring harness upper electrical connector retainer (2) and remove the connector (1) from the ECM.
4. Disengage the engine wiring harness lower electrical connector retainer (3) and remove the connector (4) from the ECM.

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5. Disengage the retainer tabs securing the ECM to the bracket.
6. Remove the ECM.
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Monday, January 14th, 2019 AT 2:50 AM

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