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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1997CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN CARGO, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 17 (ENGINE CONTROLS - TESTS W/CODES - 5.7L (G SERIES))DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODESDTC P0106 - MAP SENSOR SYSTEM PERFORMANCEDIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES
1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 F
Diagnostic Procedures
1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 FSECTION Diagnostic Procedures
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Perform ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM CHECK. See the F - BASIC TESTING - 5.7L article. After performing OBD system check, go to next step.
- Install scan tool. Turn ignition on, with engine off. Monitor MAP sensor voltage on scan tool. If voltage is 0.4 volt, go to next step. If voltage is not 0.4 volt, go to step 6).
- Disconnect and plug MAP sensor vacuum source. Connect a vacuum pump to MAP sensor. Start engine. Observe MAP sensor voltage on scan tool. Apply 10 in. Hg vacuum and observe MAP sensor voltage. Subtract this reading from voltage reading noted in step 2). If difference is greater than 1.5 volts, see DIAGNOSTIC AIDS. If difference is not greater than 1.5 volts, go to next step.
- Check MAP sensor connections. If problem is found, go to next step. If connections are okay, go to step 7).
- Repair connections as necessary. After repairs, go to step 7).
- Replace MAP sensor. After replacing sensor, go to next step.
- Using scan tool, select DTC, CLEAR INFO. Start and warm engine to normal operating temperature. Select DTC, SPECIFIC, then enter DTC P0106. Operate vehicle within the conditions for setting this DTC. If scan tool indicates that this test ran and passed, go to next step. If scan tool does not indicate that this test ran and passed, repeat step 2).
- Using scan tool, select CAPTURE INFO, REVIEW INFO. If any undiagnosed DTC(s) are displayed, go to applicable DTC test.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.