Circuit/System Testing

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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    IMPORTANT: When removing connectors inspect for damage or corrosion. Damage or corrosion in the following requires repair or replacement of the affected component/connector.
    • The front end sensor
    • The SDM module
    • The front end sensor wiring harness connector
    • The SDM wiring harness connector
  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the front end sensor connector. Refer to front end sensor replacement in Repair Instructions for location of connector.
  2. Remove the SDM connector. Refer to SDM replacement in Repair Instructions for connector location.
  3. Test the signal and voltage circuits between the SDM and front end sensor for a short to voltage, short to ground, or open/low resistance. Verify that a short to voltage, short to ground, or open/low resistance does not exist.
    • If any of the above conditions are found make the appropriate repair.
  4. Reconnect all SIR components. Ignition ON, use the scan tool to clear the DTCs then recheck for DTCs to be set in history.
    • If DTC B0083 was current replace the front end sensor. After replacement refer to Repair Verification.
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