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# Intermittent MIL/SES, DTC P2138 with Reduced Engine Power (Repair Instrument Panel (IP) to Body Harness Connector)

Subject: | Intermittent MIL/SES, DTC P2138 with Reduced Engine Power (Repair Instrument Panel (IP) to Body Harness Connector)

Models: | 2005-2008 GM Passenger Cars and Light Duty Trucks (Including Saturn)

| 2005-2008 HUMMER H2

| 2006-2008 HUMMER H3

| 2005-2008 Saab 9-7X

### Condition

Some customers may comment on an intermittent MIL/SES light Illuminated with a message center or an indicator that displays Reduced Engine Power. DTC P2138 - Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor 1-2 Correlation may be set. The voltage difference between APP sensor 1 and APP sensor 2 exceeds a predetermined value for more than 2 seconds. Refer to DTC P2138 in SI for further diagnostics.

### Cause

On some vehicles, the IP to body harness connector, which carries the APP signal to the ECM/PCM, is located in the left hand kick panel area and if the kick panel is not sealed properly, water enters and causes a short in the APP circuits setting a P2138 code.

### Correction

Important: Do Not replace the accelerator pedal assembly.

Locate the IP to body harness connector, which may be located in and around the left hand kick panel area. Check to see if there is a water leak into the area and repair as necessary.

### Warranty Information (excluding Saab U.S. Models)

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation | Description | Labor Time
--- | --- | ---
N6608 | Wiring And/Or Connector-Emissions System - Repair Or Replace | Use Published Labor Operation Time

### Warranty Information (Saab U.S. Models)

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation | Description | Failed Object | Fault/Reason Code | Location Code | Warranty Type | Repair/Action Code | Labor Time
--- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ---
3713501 | Wiring And/Or Connector-Emissions System - Repair Or Replace | 37135 | 61 | 0 | 01 | 01 (Replace) 05 (Repair) | Use Published Labor Operation Time