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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 704 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM & FUEL SYSTEM - 2.4L - DTC P0010 TO DTC P0366)DTC P0101 OR P1101CIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTING
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Circuit/System Testing
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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- Verify the integrity of the entire air induction system by inspecting for the following conditions:
- Any damaged components
- Loose or improper installation
- An air flow restriction
- Any vacuum leaks
- Water intrusion
- In cold climates, inspect for any snow or ice buildup
- The MAF sensor element for contamination
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the MAF/IAT sensor.
- Ignition OFF for 90 seconds, test for less than 5 ohms between the ground circuit terminal B and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
- Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the ignition circuit terminal C and ground.
- If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the ignition circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
- Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 volts between the signal circuit terminal A and ground.
- If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
- If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
- Ignition OFF, connect the red lead of the J 38522 to the signal circuit terminal A at the MAF/IAT sensor harness connector. Connect the battery voltage supply to B+. Connect the black lead to ground.
- Set the J 38522 Signal switch to 5 volts, the Frequency switch to 5K, and the Duty Cycle switch to Normal.
- Engine idling, observe the scan tool MAF Sensor parameter. The scan tool MAF Sensor parameter should be between 4,950-5,025 Hz.
- If the MAF Sensor parameter is not within the specified range, replace the ECM.
- If the circuits test normal, test or replace the MAF 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.