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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN CARGO, 4.8 VREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 10 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM - 6.6L (LLY) - DTC P0016 TO DTC P0342)DTC P0087 OR P0088CIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTING
2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 4.8 V
Circuit/System Testing
2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 4.8 VSECTION Circuit/System Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
IMPORTANT:
Fuel pressure control will be disabled if DTC P0087, P0088, P0912, or P0193 are set. Codes must be cleared to enable the device control.
P0087
- If DTC P0090, P0168 or P0191 is also set, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle .
- Attempt to start the engine.
- If the engine does not start, refer to Engine Cranks but Does Not Run .
- Install the J 44638Β
to the fuel rail service port and slowly increase the engine speed until reaching wide open throttle (WOT). See Special Tools
.
- If more than 5 inches of vacuum was present during engine speed increase, replace the fuel filter and inspect for fuel system restrictions.
- Command the fuel pressure control to 180 MPa (23,206 psi) with a scan tool. Observe the Actual Fuel Rail Pressure parameter. The actual fuel pressure should be the same as the commanded pressure.
- If the Actual Fuel Rail Pressure is less than 145 MPa (21,030 psi), refer to Fuel System Diagnosis - High Pressure Side .
- Operate the vehicle within the conditions for which the customer complaint occurs while observing the J 44638Β
. See Special Tools
. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed in the Freeze Frame/Failure Records.
- If the vacuum was more than 12 inches Hg of vacuum at any time in the operating range, inspect for a restriction in the fuel supply lines.
IMPORTANT:
Ensure that the transmission is in Park or Neutral with the parking brake set.
IMPORTANT:
If the fuel temperature is near 121Β°C (250Β°F) during the duplication of the complaint, or in the Failure Records for this DTC, inspect for a restriction in the fuel cooler air flow or the fuel heater always ON. Refer to Fuel Heater Always On
.
- If the vacuum was always less than 12 inches Hg of vacuum, refer to Diagnostic Aids.
P0088
- Start the engine and operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records.
- Observe the Actual Fuel Pressure parameter with a scan tool. The actual pressure should be 30 MPa (4,352 psi) with the engine idling at operating temperature.
- Change the fuel pressure with a scan tool, incrementing through the entire fuel pressure range. The fuel pressure should increment and stabilize through the entire fuel pressure range, with actual and desired fuel pressure within 2 MPa (290 psi) of each other.
- If the pressure difference between the actual and desired pressure are more than 2 MPa (290 psi), replace the fuel pressure regulator.
- Test the fuel pressure regulator (FPR) solenoid control circuit and the FPR solenoid supply voltage circuit for high resistance.
- If all circuits test normal, replace the ECM.
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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.