Circuit/System Testing

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Circuit/System Testing
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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the MAF/IAT sensor.
  2. Ignition ON, verify that the scan tool IAT sensor parameter is at -40Β°C (-40Β°F).
    • If greater than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit/connections test normal, replace the engine control module (ECM).
  3. Ignition OFF, remove the fuse that supplies B+ to circuit terminal X2-56 of the ECM.
  4. CAUTION: Do NOT use a test lamp to test the continuity of the circuit. Damage to the control module may occur due to excessive current draw.
  5. Test for less than 5 ohms between the low reference circuit terminal E and ground.
    • If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance, or for a short to voltage. If the circuit/connections test normal, replace the ECM.
  6. Install the fuse that supplies B+ to circuit terminal X2-56 of the ECM.
  7. NOTE: If the fuse in the jumper wire opens, the signal circuit is shorted to a voltage and the sensor may be damaged.
  8. Ignition ON, install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal D and ground circuit terminal C. Verify the IAT sensor parameter is greater than 134Β°C (274Β°F).
    • If less than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit/connections test normal, replace the ECM.
  9. If all circuits/connections test normal, test or replace the MAF/IAT sensor.
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