Circuit/System Testing

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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Start the vehicle and monitor the BARO parameter with the scan tool for a steady value.

  • If the BARO parameter fluctuates rapidly:
  • Test for an intermittent and for a poor connection at the BARO sensor.
  • Test for proper BARO wiring harness routing.
  • Test all of the BARO sensor circuits for intermittent shorts or opens.
  • Test for an intermittent and for a poor connection at the control module.
    • If the circuits test normal, replace the BARO sensor.
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