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1987 Models

Code 34 indicates the ECM has seen the following:

NOTE: The following step numbers refer to the numbers in the accompanying flow chart.
  1. This tests output of sensor at idle to determine if sensor is within specification. Normal sensor will read .59-.64 volts with key in the "ON" position and engine not running.
  2. Signal voltage should read over 2 volts with engine idling with a minimum of 15 in. Hg vacuum.
  3. If voltage reads below 2 volts and adequate vacuum was available, the VAC sensor is faulty.
  4. If voltage remains over 0.5 volts with the sensor harness disconnected the fault is in the harness or ECM. Low voltage indicates a faulty vacuum sensor.
  5. If voltage remains low when harness terminals B and C are jumpered together the faulty is in the harness or ECM. High voltage indicates a faulty vacuum sensor.
Fig 1: Code 34 - Diff. Press. (VAC) Sensor Flow Chart - 1987 Models
GB0046664