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2004 Trailblazer V6 Engine Won't Idle After Alternator Replacement: P0016 Code Fix

Model: 2004 Trailblazer Fault Code: P0016 Posted: 2014-04-05 17:38

My 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer with a V6 engine suddenly stopped idling after replacing the alternator. The vehicle now exhibits a P0016 diagnostic trouble code and will not stay running at idle. I've confirmed the alternator is functioning properly, but the issue persists. Could this be related to a misalignment or damage during alternator replacement? Any insights on how to diagnose or fix the P0016 code in a 2004 Trailblazer V6 engine?

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P0016
Comments (1)
Anonymous 2014-04-05 19:26

mainsailman wrote: After replacing the alternator on my 2004 Trailblazer with a V6 engine, I noticed the car won't idle and now shows a P0010 code. I checked the alternator function and it's working fine, but I suspect that the replacement might have disturbed the crankshaft position sensor wiring. It's worth inspecting the sensor connections and ensuring no physical damage occurred during installation.