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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 705 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM & FUEL SYSTEM - 2.2L (L61) - DTC P0016 TO DTC P0411)DTC P0106COMPONENT 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 2008 Pontiac G5 and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT:
You must perform the Circuit/System Testing in order to verify the integrity of the MAP sensor circuits before proceeding with the Component Testing.
Skewed Sensor Test
- Ignition OFF, remove the vacuum source from the MAP sensor.
- Ignition ON, observe and record the scan tool MAP sensor pressure parameter. This is the first MAP sensor reading.
- With the J 23738-A or J 35555 apply 17 kPa (5 in Hg) of vacuum to the MAP sensor. Observe and record the scan tool MAP sensor pressure parameter. This is the second MAP sensor reading.
- Subtract the second MAP sensor reading from the first MAP sensor reading. Verify that the vacuum decrease is within 4 kPa (1 in Hg) of the applied vacuum.
- If the vacuum decrease is not within the specified range, replace the MAP sensor.
- With the J 23738-A or J 35555 , apply 34 kPa (10 in Hg) of vacuum to the MAP sensor. Observe and record the scan tool MAP sensor pressure parameter. This is the third MAP sensor reading.
- Substract the third MAP sensor reading from the first MAP sensor reading. Verify that the vacuum decrease is within 4 kPa (1 in Hg) of the applied vacuum.
- If the vacuum decrease is not within the specified range, replace the MAP sensor.
Erratic Signal Test
- Ignition OFF, remove the MAP sensor.
- Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the 5-volt reference circuit terminal 1 and the corresponding terminal of the MAP sensor.
- Install a jumper wire between the low reference circuit terminal 2 of the MAP sensor and ground.
- Install a jumper wire at terminal 3 of the MAP sensor.
- Connect a DMM between the jumper wire from terminal 3 of the MAP sensor and ground.
- Ignition ON, with the J 23738-A
or J 35555
, slowly apply vacuum to the sensor while observing the voltage on the DMM. The voltage should vary between 0-5.2 volts, without any spikes or dropouts.
- If the voltage reading is erratic, replace the MAP 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.