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Anonymous Posted on Sep 15, 2012

My GMC canyon truck 2006 is running very rough. I did a diagnostic test at the part store, and the codes P0300, P0017, P0068, came up. The dash control panel says reduced power.

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Code 300 is for a random miss, code 17 is for a problem with the timing between the cam and crank sensors, and code 68 is a problem between where the throttle position sensor is and the amount of air coming into the throttle body.
You may need to research the trouble codes to get the testing procedures. You may also need a scanner to do the tests.

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Anonymous

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SOURCE: 2003 GMC throttle position sensor

I had the same problem with my 2003 denali and came to find out that it was the battery causing the problem. the battery with sufficient power will dictate the tps. if the battery is low or bad, it won't have enough juice to allow the tps to. work. get your battery checked.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Sep 15, 2009

SOURCE: 2006 Canyon 4cyl has extremely low idle.

Could be:

  • A vacuum leak
  • An air restriction in the intake air path or exhuast
  • A faulty positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve
  • Damaged/failed/dirty throttle body
  • Internal engine problem
  • Failed PCM (powertrain control module)
I say back to the shop if its a real problem, if at all to just clear the code to see if it comes back. That code is just an informational code. Just says what the car is doing :\ . My first guess would be a vacuum leak somewhere followed by a throttle body issue.

Testimonial: "This is a bit late but the problem was a very dirty throttle body. I cleaned it up and all systems go. Thanx, Tewksindahat"

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Oct 04, 2009

SOURCE: 2006 Gmc canyon, acts like not getting fuel on

run scanner for trouble codes, some auto parts store will do this for free, check all fuses

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Oct 15, 2009

SOURCE: 2006 GMC TRUCK DASH LAMPS BURNT OUT IN THE HVAC

the bulbs can be replaced.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Mar 02, 2010

SOURCE: how to fix the Tailgate Handle on a 2006 gmc

Hello. This is not difficult. Order the part or buy it at a GMC dealership. It will come with instructions.

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