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2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic
Circuit/System Testing
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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PNP Switch Circuit Malfunction (MN5)
- Inspect the shift control cable for proper adjustment. Refer to Shift Control Cable Adjustment .
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the PNP switch.
- Ignition OFF and scan tool disconnected, open and close the driver door, and wait 1 minute. Test for less than 5 ohms between the ground circuit terminal 1 and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
- Verify that the scan tool ECM PNP Switch parameter is In Gear.
- If not the specified value, test the signal circuit terminal 12 for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
- Install a 3 A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal 12 and the ground circuit terminal 1. Verify that the scan tool ECM PNP Switch parameter is Park/Neutral.
- If not the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the PNP switch.
CRNK Relay Circuit Malfunction
- Ignition ON, observe the scan tool ECM Ignition 1 parameter. The reading should be B+ voltage.
- If not the specified value, test the ECM/TRANS ignition circuit terminal 54 X2 (LNF) or terminal 19 X1 (L61/LE5) for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the CRNK relay. Refer to Relay Replacement (Attached to Wire Harness) or Relay Replacement (Within an Electrical Center) .
- Ignition OFF and scan tool disconnected, open and close the driver door, and wait 1 minute. Test for less than 5 ohms between the ground circuit terminal 85 and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
- Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal 30 and ground.
- If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
- Connect a test lamp between the ground circuit terminal 85 and the control circuit terminal 86.
- Ignition ON, transmission in Park (MN5) or clutch pedal pressed (M86/MU3). Command the starter relay ON and OFF with a scan tool (MN5/MU3), or turn the ignition switch between the start and run positions (M86). The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.
- If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
- If the test lamp is always OFF, test the control circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
- Ignition OFF, connect the CRNK relay. Disconnect the X1 harness connector at the starter solenoid.
- Ignition ON, transmission in park (MN5) or clutch pedal pressed (M86/MU3). Command the starter relay ON with a scan tool (MN5/MU3), or turn the ignition switch to the START position (M86). Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the starter terminal A X1 and ground.
- If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the starter control circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, test or replace the CRNK relay.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the starter.
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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.