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1997 BUICK CENTURY

3.1L V6FWDAUTOMATICgas
4 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P1351high severityPowertrain

Ignition Control Circuit High Voltage

on 1997 Buick Century 3.1L V6 · FWD

What this code means

The PCM detected higher than expected voltage on the ignition control output circuit when the circuit should be low.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Engine misfires
  • Rough running
  • Possible no-start

Common causes

  • Short to voltage in IC circuit
  • Faulty ignition control module
  • Damaged coil causing feedback
  • Wiring issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test IC circuit voltage
  2. Check for shorts to voltage in wiring
  3. Test ignition module
  4. Inspect coil primary circuits

Repair notes

Repair short in wiring or replace ignition module/coil.

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