Circuit/System Testing

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at a fuel injector.
  2. Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the ignition circuit terminal 1 or A and ground.
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the ignition circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal and the ignition circuit fuse is open, test or replace the fuel injector.
  3. Ignition OFF, connect a J 44603Β  between the control circuit terminal 2 or B and the ignition circuit terminal 1 or A of each fuel injector, one at a time. See Special Tools .
  4. Engine cranking, the test lamp should flash for each injector.
    • If the test lamp is always ON, test the appropriate control circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
    • If the test lamp is always OFF, test the appropriate control circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
  5. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the fuel injector. Refer to Fuel Injector Diagnosis (w/CH47976)Β  or Fuel Injector Diagnosis (w/J39021 or w/Tech 2)Β .
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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