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P1380

Misfire Detected - Rough Road Data Not Available

2004-2007 Buick Rainier 4.2L I6

Moderate SeverityPowertrain

Description

The PCM detected engine misfires but cannot access rough road data from the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) to distinguish between actual misfires and crankshaft speed variations caused by rough road surfaces. The EBCM uses wheel speed sensors to detect rough road conditions.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Possible misfires
  • Rough running
  • Poor performance
  • MIL may flash during misfire

Common Causes

  • ABS module malfunction preventing rough road detection
  • Actual engine misfire with coincidental ABS issue
  • Wheel speed sensor failure
  • Communication fault between PCM and EBCM
  • Spark plug or ignition coil failure
  • Vacuum leak

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Check for ABS/EBCM related codes first
  2. Inspect wheel speed sensors
  3. Test communication between PCM and EBCM
  4. If misfires are confirmed, check ignition and fuel systems
  5. Repair other codes before addressing P1380

Repair Notes

Repair ABS/EBCM related codes first. If actual misfires exist, diagnose ignition and fuel systems separately. Clear code and retest.

Related Codes

P0300Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire DetectedP0301Cylinder 1 Misfire DetectedP0302Cylinder 2 Misfire DetectedP1381Variable Cam Timing Over-Advanced (Bank 1)P1381Variable Cam Timing Over-Advanced (Bank 1)P1381Variable Cam Timing Over-Advanced (Bank 1)P1381Cylinder Position Sensor A IntermittentP1381Cylinder Position Sensor A Intermittent

Other Powertrain Codes

P1380 on Other Vehicles

Common Questions

What does code P1380 mean on a 2004-2007 Buick Rainier?

P1380 stands for "Misfire Detected - Rough Road Data Not Available". The PCM detected engine misfires but cannot access rough road data from the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) to distinguish between actual misfires and crankshaft speed variations caused by rough road surfaces. The EBCM uses wheel speed sensors to detect rough road conditions.

What are the symptoms of P1380 on a Buick Rainier?

Common symptoms of P1380 include: Check Engine Light, Possible misfires, Rough running, Poor performance, MIL may flash during misfire.

What causes P1380 on a 2004-2007 Buick Rainier?

Common causes of P1380 include: ABS module malfunction preventing rough road detection, Actual engine misfire with coincidental ABS issue, Wheel speed sensor failure, Communication fault between PCM and EBCM, Spark plug or ignition coil failure, Vacuum leak.

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