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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 543 (ENGINE CONTROLS AND FUEL - 3.9L - DTC P0010 TO DTC P0353)DTC P0069COMPONENT TESTING
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Component Testing
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Component Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT:
You must perform the Circuit/System Testing before proceeding with the Component Test.
- Turn ON the ignition with the engine OFF and remove the affected sensor.
- Install a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the 5-volt reference terminal C of the sensor and 5-volt reference.
- Install a jumper wire between the low reference terminal of the sensor and ground.
- Install a jumper wire at the signal terminal sensor.
- Connect a DMM between the jumper wire from terminal of the sensor and ground.
- Install the J 23738-A
to the sensor vacuum port. Slowly apply vacuum to the sensor while monitoring the voltage on the DMM. The voltage should vary between 5.2-0 volts without any spikes or dropouts.
- If the voltage is not within the specified range or is erratic, replace the affected sensor.
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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.