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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000CAVALIER BASE, 4D SEDAN, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISENGINE CONTROLS SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - 2.2L & 2.4LDIAGNOSTIC TESTSDTC P0530: A/C REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR CIRCUIT (2.4L "N" BODY)DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 T
Diagnostic Procedures
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 TSECTION Diagnostic Procedures
- Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) system check. See ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM CHECK under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM. After performing OBD system check, go to next step.
- Scan A/C high side value. If high side value is greater than 279 psi (3.0 volts), go to next step. If high side value is not greater than 279 psi (3.0 volts), see DIAGNOSTIC AIDS .
- Turn ignition off. Disconnect A/C pressure sensor connector. Connect DVOM between battery voltage and A/C refrigerant pressure sensor ground circuit. If battery voltage is present, go to next step. If battery voltage is not present, go to step 5 .
- Using DVOM, check voltage between ground and A/C refrigerant pressure sensor signal circuit. If voltage reading is greater than 0.5 volt, go to step 6 . If voltage reading is not greater than 0.5 volt, go to step 8 .
- Check for open or poor connection in A/C refrigerant pressure sensor ground circuit. Repair as necessary. After repairs, go to step 10 . If circuit and connections are okay, go to step 9 .
- Check for short to voltage in A/C refrigerant pressure sensor signal circuit. Repair as necessary. After repairs, go to step 10 . If circuit is okay, go to step 9 .
- Replace A/C refrigerant pressure sensor. After replacing sensor, go to step 10 .
- Replace PCM. Prior to replacement, check PCM terminals, connectors and wiring harness for damage. After replacing PCM, go to next step.
- Clear DTCs. Start engine and idle to normal operating temperature. Operate vehicle within conditions which set code. If scan tool indicates this DTC has ran and passed, go to next step. If scan does not indicate that this DTC ran and passed, repeat step 2 .
- Check if additional DTCs are set. Diagnose affected DTCs. If no additional DTCs are set, system is okay. See DIAGNOSTIC AIDS .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.