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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1076 (ENGINE CONTROLS AND FUEL - 6.6L (LMM) - DTC P154B TO DTC P2693)DTC P2453CIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTING
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6
Circuit/System Testing
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Circuit/System Testing
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- Verify the integrity of the DPF system by visually and physically inspecting any of the following conditions:
- Any damaged exhaust system components
- Loose or improperly installed exhaust system components.
- Restrictions in the exhaust differential pressure sensor ports
- Damaged, bent, or kinked exhaust differential pressure lines-The lines should not be modified and should have a continuous downward gradient from the sensor.
- Inspect for fuel contaminates. Refer to Contaminants-in-Fuel Diagnosis .
- Verify the integrity of the entire air induction system by inspecting for the following conditions:
- A loose air inlet duct
- A loose turbocharger air inlet clamp
- A damaged air cleaner housing
- A missing or damaged air cleaner restriction indicator
- A loose, leaking, or cracked intake manifold air resonator
- Remove and inspect the flexible part of the exhaust differential pressure lines for internal restrictions.
- If a condition is found replace the exhaust pressure line.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the exhaust differential pressure sensor.
- Ignition OFF for 90 seconds, test for less than 5 ohms of resistance between the low reference circuit terminal 1 and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
- Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 volts between the 5-volt reference circuit terminal 3 and ground.
- If less than the specified range, test the 5-volt reference 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 5-volt reference circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
- Verify the scan tool Particulate Filt. Pressure Variance parameter is greater than 98 kPa.
- If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
- Install a jumper wire between the low reference circuit terminal 1 and signal circuit terminal 2. Verify the scan tool Particulate Filt. Pressure Variance parameter is less than -13.0 kPa.
- If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
- Ignition OFF for 90 seconds, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the ECM.
- Test for less than 5 ohms of resistance on each of the exhaust differential pressure (DPS) sensor circuits between the following terminals:
- ECM X1 5-volt reference circuit terminal 14 to DPS terminal 3
- ECM X1 signal circuit terminal 43 to DPS terminal 2
- If greater than the specified range, repair the open/high resistance in the affected circuit.
- If all circuits, the exhaust system, fuel system, air intake, and the differential pressure lines test normal, test or replace the exhaust differential pressure sensor.
IMPORTANT:
Perform the Repair Verification after completing the Circuit/System Testing.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.