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Lorianne dashne Posted on Nov 23, 2013
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Engine reduced power

It losing power and when i use the cruise control it doesn't come on

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Reduced power can be a multitude of things. Find out what code is present by using a scanner. The cruise control WILL NOT work if the check engine light is on. Once the check engine light is cleared, the cruise control will work again.

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SOURCE: The engine light in the 2004 Envoy stays on and the reduced engine power light

You may need to find a different shop

Nothing showing up, is about as common
as any vehicle coming into a repair bay

They know you won't pay diagnostic time or believe
anything your told,so they sent you on your way

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engine losing power sign ??? .You mean ENGINE POWER REDUCED ? This has to do with electronic throttle control -Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) System Description

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You need to have a qualified repair shop check it out.
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The check engine light being on now is a different problem , Have DTC'S - diagnostic trouble codes checked ,will have something to do with electronic throttle control . That is what reduced engine power is about . It's in a reduced power mode.
Reduced Engine Power Mode
When the ECM detects a condition with the TAC system, the ECM may enter a reduced engine power mode. Reduced engine power may cause one or more of the following conditions:
• Acceleration limiting--The ECM will continue to use the accelerator pedal for throttle control; however, the vehicle acceleration is limited.
• Limited throttle mode--The ECM will continue to use the accelerator pedal for throttle control; however, the maximum throttle opening is limited.
• Throttle default mode--The ECM will turn off the throttle actuator motor and the throttle will return to the spring loaded default position.
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- Ignore the accelerator pedal input.
• Engine shutdown mode--The ECM will disable fuel and de-energize the throttle actuator.

Do you know what electronic throttle control is ?
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Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) System Description

The throttle actuator control (TAC) system delivers improved throttle response and greater reliability and eliminates the need for mechanical cable. The TAC system performs the following functions:
• Accelerator pedal position sensing
• Throttle positioning to meet driver and engine demands
• Throttle position sensing
• Internal diagnostics
• Cruise control functions
• Manage TAC electrical power consumption
The TAC system includes the following components:
• The accelerator pedal position (APP) sensors
• The throttle body assembly
• The engine control module (ECM)

Your best bet , take it to a qualified repair shop .
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